City of Virginia Beach - Locating Underground Water & Sanitary Sewer, ITB COVB-27-101706 (2026)
City of Virginia BeachCity · Virginia Beach, VA- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Amanda Garbarino
- (757) 385-4069
The 30-second brief
The City of Virginia Beach Department of Public Utilities and Public Works is seeking bids for underground utility locating services, including water and sanitary sewer lines, on an as-needed basis. The scope involves field visits and marks, no-field-visit reviews, emergency after-hours tickets, and meet tickets using the Polaris ticket management platform. The contract has an initial term of 3 years with two 1-year renewal options and an estimated annual quantity of 45,500 tickets. Submission deadline is October 26, 2026, with a question deadline of October 7, 2026, and a 5% bid bond requirement.
Field visit and mark of notice of intent to excavate, No field visit and no marking of notice of intent to excavate, Emergency tickets after hours, Meet ticket
Lowest base bid, responsiveness, responsibility
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Summary
The City of Virginia Beach Department of Public Utilities and Public Works is seeking bids for underground utility locating services, including water and sanitary sewer lines, on an as-needed basis.
The scope involves field visits and marks, no-field-visit reviews, emergency after-hours tickets, and meet tickets using the Polaris ticket management platform. The contract has an initial term of 3 years with two 1-year renewal options and an estimated annual quantity of 45,500 tickets. Submission deadline is October 26, 2026, with a question deadline of October 7, 2026, and a 5% bid bond requirement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest base bid
- Responsiveness
- Responsibility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Field visit and mark of notice of intent to excavate, No field visit and no marking of notice of intent to excavate, Emergency tickets after hours, Meet ticket
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Bond
- Small Business Subcontracting Participation Plan (Form CVAB-E2)
- Prime Contractor Workforce Composition Form
- Contractor's Certificate of Insurance
- Acknowledged Addenda
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Virginia Beach, VA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Virginia Beach?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 26, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Amanda Garbarino.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Virginia Beach 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 Amanda Garbarino at (757) 385-4069. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Field visit and mark of notice of intent to excavate, No field visit and no marking of notice of intent to excavate, Emergency tickets after hours, Meet ticket. 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 base bid, responsiveness, responsibility" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Virginia Beach?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Virginia Beach are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Virginia Beach 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Bid Bond, Small Business Subcontracting Participation Plan (Form CVAB-E2), Prime Contractor Workforce Composition Form, Contractor's Certificate of Insurance, Acknowledged Addenda. Review the full document from City of Virginia Beach for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Virginia Beach, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.