Virginia Beach City Public Schools Lead Drinking Testing & Associated Water Testing Activities RFP
Virginia Beach City Public SchoolsSchool · Virginia Beach, VA- Due
- Apr 4, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 5, 2025
- Primary contact
- Sharon Mellenkamp
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SUMMARY
The School Board of the City of Virginia Beach, also known as Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS), is requesting proposals from qualified contractors to provide lead drinking water testing and associated water testing activities.
The scope of work includes comprehensive water quality testing, sampling, and analysis as detailed in the Statement of Needs, along with timely reporting of results to the district. This procurement is intended to ensure compliance with safety standards for drinking water within school facilities. Proposals are due by April 4, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The primary contact for this solicitation is Sharon Mellenkamp, CPPB.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- RFP5177 Addendum 1
- Award Letter
- RFP 5177 Attachment A-Sample A Contract
- RFP 5177 Attachment B-Pricing
- RFP 5177 Lead Drinking Testing & Asscoiated Water Activities
- Scope location
- Virginia Beach, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Virginia Beach City Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 4, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Sharon Mellenkamp.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Virginia Beach City Public Schools 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 RFP 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 Sharon Mellenkamp. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Virginia Beach City Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Virginia Beach City Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Virginia Beach City Public Schools 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 RFP?
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: RFP5177 Addendum 1, Award Letter, RFP 5177 Attachment A-Sample A Contract, RFP 5177 Attachment B-Pricing, RFP 5177 Lead Drinking Testing & Asscoiated Water Activities. Review the full document from Virginia Beach City Public Schools 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.