City of Charlottesville Summit Elementary Incline Platform Lift Upgrade RFQ 26-44 2026
City of CharlottesvilleCity · Charlottesville, VA- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Gideon Fetterolf
- (434) 531-5369
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SUMMARY
The City of Charlottesville is requesting quotes for RFQ 26-44 to upgrade the inclined platform lift at Summit Elementary School located at 1000 Belmont Avenue, Charlottesville, VA. The project requires upgrading an existing Garaventa XPress II (Model GSL-1, S/N 17929) 4-landing lift to a Garaventa Artira system; no substitutions are accepted.
The scope includes replacing all components except for stanchion posts and railing tubes, maintaining a 550lb capacity, and installing wall-mounted call stations at each landing and pedestal control stations at the top and bottom. Contractors must color match the new components to the existing stanchions and tubes. Submissions are due by March 2, 2026, at 305 4th Street NW, Charlottesville, VA.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Sample_COI_and_Guide_to
- City_Yard_Directional_Ma
- Commercial_Loading_Zone
- Submit to
- 305 4TH STREET NW, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22903
- Scope location
- Charlottesville, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Charlottesville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 305 4TH STREET NW, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, 22903. For questions, contact Gideon Fetterolf.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Charlottesville in VA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Gideon Fetterolf at (434) 531-5369. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Sample_COI_and_Guide_to, City_Yard_Directional_Ma, Commercial_Loading_Zone. Review the full document from City of Charlottesville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Charlottesville, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.