Bid guide
How to bid on Historic Renovations for Virginia State University
What Virginia State University is buying
Virginia State University is looking for contractors to perform historic repairs, replacements, and renovations on campus buildings that are at least 50 years old. This work is campuswide and must follow the Virginia Department of Historic Resources guidance and the university’s heritage preservation plan.
This is a prequalification opportunity. If you specialize in historic preservation and renovation, this could lead to future work with the university.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on July 24, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All submissions must be completed by this time.
It is important to submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with expertise in historic preservation, renovation, and repairs. Contractors should be familiar with Virginia Department of Historic Resources guidelines and have experience working on older buildings.
The work involves campuswide projects, so firms capable of handling multiple or varied tasks across a university setting would be a good fit. The category for this work is construction.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details and respond, you need to go to eVA, Virginia's eProcurement portal. The solicitation number is 124991. You can view the posting publicly without an account.
To submit your response, you will need to sign in with a free eVA vendor account. Make sure your account is set up and active before you plan to respond.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly highlight your experience with historic buildings and your understanding of preservation guidelines, especially those from the Virginia Department of Historic Resources. Provide specific examples of similar projects you have completed.
Ensure all required documentation is included and accurately completed. Pay close attention to any instructions for formatting or submission within the eVA portal. A well-organized and thorough response demonstrates professionalism and attention to detail.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Virginia State University; the original posting controls.