City of Lynchburg - Lynchburg Public Library Furniture - IFB #2027-023 (2026)
City of LynchburgCity · Lynchburg, VA- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Will Ruberry
- (434) 455-3943
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Lynchburg is seeking bids for the supply and installation of furniture for the Lynchburg Public Library modernization project located at 2315 Memorial Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24501. The scope involves providing and installing a wide range of furniture items including desks, tables, study carrels, storage cabinets, bookcases, and various seating options such as chairs, stools, lounge furniture, ottomans, and collaborative seating. Key details include a submission deadline of October 22, 2026, an optional virtual pre-bid meeting on October 1, 2026, and a question deadline of October 14, 2026. Deliveries and installations are anticipated to occur around mid-March 2027.
Price, references, experience, compliance, financial resources
SUMMARY
The City of Lynchburg is seeking bids for the supply and installation of furniture for the Lynchburg Public Library modernization project located at 2315 Memorial Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24501.
The scope involves providing and installing a wide range of furniture items including desks, tables, study carrels, storage cabinets, bookcases, and various seating options such as chairs, stools, lounge furniture, ottomans, and collaborative seating. Key details include a submission deadline of October 22, 2026, an optional virtual pre-bid meeting on October 1, 2026, and a question deadline of October 14, 2026. Deliveries and installations are anticipated to occur around mid-March 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Price
- References
- Experience
- Compliance
- Financial resources
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Terms and Signature Sheet
- Statement of Experience
- Statement of Available Resources
- Corporate Status Form
- Questions to Bidders/Offerors
- Bid Item Listing
- Signed addenda
- Submit to
- www.lynchburgva.gov/Bids.aspx
- Scope location
- Lynchburg, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Lynchburg?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.lynchburgva.gov/Bids.aspx. For questions, contact Will Ruberry.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Lynchburg 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 Bid 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 Will Ruberry at (434) 455-3943. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, references, experience, compliance, financial resources" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lynchburg?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Lynchburg are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Lynchburg regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 22, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Terms and Signature Sheet, Statement of Experience, Statement of Available Resources, Corporate Status Form, Questions to Bidders/Offerors, Bid Item Listing, signed addenda. Review the full document from City of Lynchburg for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lynchburg, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.