City of Norfolk Crane Rental Services RFQ 11341-0-2027/TN - 2026
City of NorfolkCity · Norfolk, VA- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Trish Northcutt
- (757) 448-9849
The 30-second brief
The City of Norfolk Department of Utilities is seeking a responsible vendor to provide crane and operator rental services, along with rigging services, on an as-needed basis for routine maintenance, special projects, and emergency repairs at Raw Water Pump Stations and River Pump Stations in Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Carrsville, and Courtland. Crane sizes required include at a minimum: 10-ton boom truck with 90' boom, 25-ton hydraulic crane with 70' boom, 50-ton hydraulic crane with 120' boom, 70-ton hydraulic crane with 166' boom, 90-ton hydraulic crane with 166' boom, 110-ton hydraulic crane with 166' boom, and 150-ton hydraulic crane with 256' boom. Equipment must be onsite within six hours or less for emergency situations, with a one-day notice for regularly scheduled work. The contract term is 5 years. Submission deadline is October 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern, with a question deadline of October 22, 2026.
Lowest total cost for all line items submitted by each responsible bidder
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Summary
The City of Norfolk Department of Utilities is seeking a responsible vendor to provide crane and operator rental services, along with rigging services, on an as-needed basis for routine maintenance, special projects, and emergency repairs at Raw Water Pump Stations and River Pump Stations in Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Carrsville, and Courtland.
Crane sizes required include at a minimum: 10-ton boom truck with 90' boom, 25-ton hydraulic crane with 70' boom, 50-ton hydraulic crane with 120' boom, 70-ton hydraulic crane with 166' boom, 90-ton hydraulic crane with 166' boom, 110-ton hydraulic crane with 166' boom, and 150-ton hydraulic crane with 256' boom. Equipment must be onsite within six hours or less for emergency situations, with a one-day notice for regularly scheduled work. The contract term is 5 years. Submission deadline is October 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM Eastern, with a question deadline of October 22, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total cost for all line items submitted by each responsible bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
completed cover page of this RFQ, Attachments A - F, Vendor Submission requirements, Bid Form pricing, statement setting forth the basis for protection of all proprietary information
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/norfolk
- Scope location
- Norfolk, VA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Norfolk?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/norfolk. For questions, contact Trish Northcutt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Norfolk 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 Trish Northcutt at (757) 448-9849. 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: "Lowest total cost for all line items submitted by each responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Norfolk?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Norfolk are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Norfolk regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 30, 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 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: completed cover page of this RFQ, Attachments A - F, Vendor Submission requirements, Bid Form pricing, statement setting forth the basis for protection of all proprietary information. Review the full document from City of Norfolk for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Norfolk, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.