Lowndes County - Bottled Water Service - LC-2026-430 (2026)
Lowndes CountyCounty · Valdosta, GA- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Amy Woods
- (229) 671-2527
The 30-second brief
Lowndes County invites bids for bottled water service across multiple county departments and facilities, including the Governmental Building, Judicial and Administrative Complex, Public Works, Fire Department, and 911 Center in Valdosta, Georgia. The scope of work includes bi-weekly and monthly delivery of purified 5-gallon water containers and 16 oz bottle water cases, cold and room temperature water dispensers with maintenance and sanitizing every 6 months, and 48-hour delivery for sites running out of water. The contract term is one year starting January 1, 2027, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year terms. Sealed bids are due by October 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with questions accepted until October 19, 2026. Bids will be evaluated based on lowest total price (80%) and best service record (20%), requiring an occupational tax license, E-Verify compliance, and contractor affidavit.
Monthly rental fee of each dispenser, Set-up/deposit fee of each dispenser, 5-gallon drinking water containers, Container delivery fee, 5-gallon bottle deposit fee, Cases of 16 oz bottled water, Fuel surcharge, Administration fee, Sanitizing fee
Lowest total price (80%), best service record (20%)
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Summary
Lowndes County invites bids for bottled water service across multiple county departments and facilities, including the Governmental Building, Judicial and Administrative Complex, Public Works, Fire Department, and 911 Center in Valdosta, Georgia.
The scope of work includes bi-weekly and monthly delivery of purified 5-gallon water containers and 16 oz bottle water cases, cold and room temperature water dispensers with maintenance and sanitizing every 6 months, and 48-hour delivery for sites running out of water. The contract term is one year starting January 1, 2027, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year terms. Sealed bids are due by October 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with questions accepted until October 19, 2026. Bids will be evaluated based on lowest total price (80%) and best service record (20%), requiring an occupational tax license, E-Verify compliance, and contractor affidavit.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total price (80%), best service record (20%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Monthly rental fee of each dispenser
- Set-up/deposit fee of each dispenser
- 5-gallon drinking water containers
- Container delivery fee
- 5-gallon bottle deposit fee
- Cases of 16 oz bottled water
- Fuel surcharge
- Administration fee
- Sanitizing fee
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Occupational Tax License/Business License
- E-Verify number
- Contractor Affidavit and Agreement
- List of at least 3 clients of a similar size
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department, 327 N Ashley St, Valdosta, GA 31601
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Valdosta, GA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lowndes County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 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: Purchasing Department, 327 N Ashley St, Valdosta, GA 31601. For questions, contact Amy Woods.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lowndes County in GA, 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 Amy Woods at (229) 671-2527. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Monthly rental fee of each dispenser, Set-up/deposit fee of each dispenser, 5-gallon drinking water containers, Container delivery fee, 5-gallon bottle deposit fee, Cases of 16 oz bottled water, Fuel surcharge, Administration fee, Sanitizing fee. 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 total price (80%), best service record (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lowndes County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lowndes County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lowndes County 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 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: Occupational Tax License/Business License, E-Verify number, Contractor Affidavit and Agreement, list of at least 3 clients of a similar size. Review the full document from Lowndes 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: Valdosta, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.