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This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a 2027 biennial study. Suppliers are expected to examine all instructions and specifications. Proposals submitted are binding for 90 days. Suppliers must be registered in EVA if the local public body is accepting electronic and paper responses, awarding to a paper response, or posting award actions in EVA. The agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Interpretations of the RFP documents will only be made by written addendum. All prices are based on delivery to the destination designated in the RFP, including packing charges. Discounts for payment invoicing terms should be entered on the proposal page. In case of default, the city may procure services from other sources and hold the consultant responsible for excess costs. The city is exempt from state sales and use tax. The consultant is an independent contractor. Subcontracts require prior approval from the city. Payments to subcontractors must be made within seven days of receipt of payment from the city, or the contractor must notify the agency and subcontractor of intent to withhold payment with reasons. Interest will be paid to subcontractors on unpaid amounts. Novation requires written consent of the city. The firm must observe all federal, state, and city laws, including prohibitions against unauthorized alien employment, forced or indentured child labor, and must conform to revised Section 508 standards for information technology. The work may be suspended by the city. The firm agrees to provide a drug-free workplace. The firm shall indemnify the city against all injuries, deaths, loss, damages, claims, etc. The firm shall assume all risks and responsibilities for casualties. Insurance requirements include workers compensation, comprehensive general liability, automobile liability, and professional liability. The firm shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, religion, color, sex, or national origin, or against any handicapped person. The firm must be authorized to transact business in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Proposals should include a letter of transmittal, firm experience, project approach, and proposed professional services agreement. The selection committee will review proposals based on qualifications and experience. Negotiations will be conducted with the top-ranked firm(s). The city reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. The last day for questions is Tuesday, April 28, 2026, by 5:00 PM. The bid opens Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
The bid opens Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The text does not explicitly state a delivery deadline for the services or products, but it does mention that proposals submitted shall be binding for ninety days (90) calendar days following submission date.
The bid notice states that any discounts for payment invoicing terms should be entered on the proposal page and will be considered in the evaluation. It also details payment terms for subcontractors, requiring payment within seven days of receipt of funds from the city, with provisions for interest on late payments.
The bid notice states that a selection committee shall review proposals submitted. After each proposal has been evaluated on the basis of the consultants qualifications and experience to meeting the citys needs, shortlisting procedures will narrow the list of candidates to the two or more best qualified firms. Negotiations shall then be conducted beginning with the top ranked firm or firms. If a contract satisfactory and advantageous to the city can be negotiated at a price considered fair and reasonable, the award shall be made to that offer.
The bid notice requires proposals to include firm experience, indicating prior experience in performing work of this nature, especially for public agencies, and to provide resumes for key personnel. It also mentions that the firm must be authorized to transact business in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The bid notice states that in case of default by the consultant, the city may procure the commodity or services from other sources and hold the consultant responsible for any excess costs occasioned thereby.
The bid notice states that suppliers are expected to examine all instructions, specifications, drawings, sites, installations, etc. , and failure to do so will be at the suppliers risk. However, it does not explicitly mandate a site visit.
The last day for questions is Tuesday, April 28, 2026, by 5:00 PM. The text does not explicitly mention a deadline for challenging the bid or its terms.