City of Richmond - Rock Salt (Sodium Chloride) Invitation for Bids - 270006522 (2026)
City of RichmondCity · Richmond, VA- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Anthony Harding
- (804) 646-1560
The 30-second brief
The City of Richmond is seeking bidders for an Invitation for Bids to establish a contract for the provision and delivery of rock salt by the ton to various locations throughout the city. Required goods and services include sodium chloride meeting VDOT standard specifications for road and bridge construction (2020 edition) with a maximum moisture content of 2%, treated with an anti-caking agent, and compliant with AWWA B100 specifications. Delivery locations include 3506 Hopkins Road, 7400 Forest Hill Avenue, and 802 Forest Lawn Drive in Richmond, VA, with a required delivery time of 5 calendar days from order placement. The estimated quantity is 10,000 tons. Bidding will be conducted via a real-time online reverse auction on OpenGov. Submission deadline is November 9, 2026, with a question deadline of November 2, 2026, and notice of interest deadline on November 3, 2026. The contract term is 2 years with renewal options.
Rock Salt, 10, 000 Ton
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder via reverse auction
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Summary
The City of Richmond is seeking bidders for an Invitation for Bids to establish a contract for the provision and delivery of rock salt by the ton to various locations throughout the city.
Required goods and services include sodium chloride meeting VDOT standard specifications for road and bridge construction (2020 edition) with a maximum moisture content of 2%, treated with an anti-caking agent, and compliant with AWWA B100 specifications. Delivery locations include 3506 Hopkins Road, 7400 Forest Hill Avenue, and 802 Forest Lawn Drive in Richmond, VA, with a required delivery time of 5 calendar days from order placement. The estimated quantity is 10,000 tons. Bidding will be conducted via a real-time online reverse auction on OpenGov. Submission deadline is November 9, 2026, with a question deadline of November 2, 2026, and notice of interest deadline on November 3, 2026. The contract term is 2 years with renewal options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder via reverse auction
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Rock Salt
- 10
- 000 Ton
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Signature Sheet
- Statement of No Offer
- State Corporation Commission Form
- Consent to Accept Electronic Signatures
- Bid Price Worksheet
- Debarment Certification
- Authorization to Transact Business in Virginia
- Proprietary Information Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/rva
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Richmond, VA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Richmond?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/rva. For questions, contact Anthony Harding.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Richmond 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 Anthony Harding at (804) 646-1560. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Rock Salt, 10, 000 Ton. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 responsive and responsible bidder via reverse auction" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Richmond?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Richmond are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Richmond 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 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: Signature Sheet, Statement of No Offer, State Corporation Commission Form, Consent to Accept Electronic Signatures, Bid Price Worksheet, Debarment Certification, Authorization to Transact Business in. Review the full document from City of Richmond for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Richmond, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.