Bid guide
How to bid on Underground Utility Locating and Marking Services for Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority
What the agency is buying
The Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority (RWSA) is looking for qualified firms to provide underground utility locating and marking services. This work involves identifying and marking raw and treated drinking water and sewer piping systems, storage facilities, pumping stations, and other related infrastructure.
This opportunity is for services within Albemarle County and the City of Charlottesville, Virginia. Vendors who specialize in utility locating and marking, particularly for water and sewer systems, should consider this bid.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. A non-mandatory online pre-bid meeting will be held on August 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST. The link for this meeting is in Section I of the solicitation document.
The deadline for submitting bids is August 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
Who this opportunity suits
This bid is suitable for firms with experience in environmental services, specifically underground utility locating and marking. Companies that have worked with water and sewer infrastructure or similar public utility systems will find this opportunity aligns with their expertise.
The work is located in Albemarle County and Charlottesville, Virginia, so firms with operations or the ability to serve this geographic area are ideal candidates.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents, you need to go to Virginia’s eVA eProcurement portal. The solicitation number is 125456. You can view the posting publicly without an account.
To submit a response, you will need to sign in with a free eVA vendor account. Make sure to complete your registration and sign in before the August 27, 2026, deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all sections of the solicitation, especially those detailing the scope of work and required qualifications. Ensure your bid clearly demonstrates your firm's experience with similar utility locating and marking projects.
Consider attending the non-mandatory online pre-bid meeting on August 12, 2026. This can be a valuable opportunity to understand the agency's expectations and ask any clarifying questions. Pay close attention to all submission instructions on the eVA portal to ensure your bid is complete and submitted correctly by the deadline.
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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 Rivanna Water & Sewer Authority; the original posting controls.