How to bid on bus floor replacement for Norfolk State University

What Norfolk State University is buying

Norfolk State University is seeking labor to remove and install metal floors in two 24-passenger 2017/2018 Ford E-450 buses. The work is at the university in Norfolk, Virginia.

This is an RFQ in the equipment category. Firms that perform bus or vehicle flooring work may find it relevant.

Key dates and the deadline

The mandatory site visit is October 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. You must attend to submit a bid.

The quote is due October 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET. Plan to submit before the deadline so you have time to check that your response and worksheet are attached.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit a small business with experience removing and installing metal floors in buses or similar vehicles. The stated work covers two Ford E-450 buses; assess whether your team can perform that work at Norfolk State University.

How to access and respond

Find solicitation 130196 on eVA, Virginia’s eProcurement portal. Viewing the posting is public and does not require an account. The full documents and response instructions are on the posting.

Attend the mandatory site visit on October 20 at 10:00 a.m. Complete the attached worksheet and include it with your eVA quick quote. Enter only the total bid amount on the line in eVA. Sign in with a free eVA vendor account to respond before the deadline.

Prepare a clear, complete quote

Read the posting and worksheet carefully, then use the site visit to understand the work before setting your total. Check that your total covers the labor and work you are offering for both buses.

Before submitting, confirm that the worksheet is completed and attached, the eVA line contains only the total bid amount, and your quote has been submitted before the deadline.