County of Bedford New Construction for Department of Social Services IFB 2026-21
Bedford CountyCounty · Bedford County, VA- Due
- Jul 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Heather Knight
- (540) 586-7729
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The County of Bedford is soliciting bids for the construction of a new 37,290 square foot office building for the Department of Social Services, including office and training/assembly spaces. Bids are due by 3:00 PM on July 31, 2026.
Form A: Bidder Information Form, Form B: SWAM Information, Form C: References, Form D: Proprietary Information, Form E: Insurance Carrier Acknowledgement, Project Manual Bid Form
Lowest responsive and responsible Bidder based on TOTAL BASE BID PRICE
SUMMARY
The County of Bedford is soliciting bids for the construction of a new 37,290 square foot office building for the Department of Social Services, including office and training/assembly spaces. Bids are due by 3:00 PM on July 31, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible Bidder based on TOTAL BASE BID PRICE
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Form A: Bidder Information Form
- Form B: SWAM Information
- Form C: References
- Form D: Proprietary Information
- Form E: Insurance Carrier Acknowledgement
- Project Manual Bid Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bidder's Bid
- Certification of Compliance with Immigration Laws and Regulations
- Insurance Requirements
- Escrow Agreement
- Drawings
- Submit to
- Bedford, VA
- Scope location
- Bedford, VA
- Projected sq ft
- 37,290 sq ft
- Reported agency
- County of Bedford
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from Bedford County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 31, 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: Bedford, VA. For questions, contact Heather Knight.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Bedford County 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 IFB 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 Heather Knight at (540) 586-7729. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Form A: Bidder Information Form, Form B: SWAM Information, Form C: References, Form D: Proprietary Information, Form E: Insurance Carrier Acknowledgement, Project Manual Bid Form. 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 based on TOTAL BASE BID PRICE" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bedford County?
All active and historical solicitations from Bedford County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Bedford County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Bidder's Bid, Certification of Compliance with Immigration Laws and Regulations, Insurance Requirements, Escrow Agreement, Drawings. Review the full document from Bedford County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bedford, VA. The total projected area is 37290 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.