Bid guide
How to bid on Elevator Modernization for WV General Services Division
What the agency is buying
The West Virginia Purchasing Division, on behalf of the WV Department of Administration, General Services Division, is seeking bids for the modernization of fifteen elevators. This work is for Buildings 1, 3, 6, and 13 at the West Virginia State Capitol Complex in Charleston, and Building 23 in Beckley. This is Phase 3 of an elevator modernization project.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 22, 2026. Bids are due by September 03, 2026, at 1:30 PM ET. Two consecutive mandatory pre-bid meetings are scheduled. The first is on August 11, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST, at Building 4 (112 California Ave., Charleston, WV, 25305), 1st Floor Conference Room. The second is on August 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST, at Building 23 (407 Neville Street, Beckley, WV, 25801), Conference Room 230 A/B. Attendance at both mandatory pre-bid meetings is required to submit a bid.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms specializing in elevator installation, maintenance, and repair services. The project involves significant modernization work across multiple state facilities, requiring expertise in upgrading existing elevator systems.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation, CRFQ-0211-GSD2700000005-1, visit West Virginia's wvOASIS Vendor Self Service portal. Once on the portal's home page, select "View Published Solicitations." Search for the solicitation number CRFQ-0211-GSD2700000005-1 to find the details and attached documents. To download documents or submit a response, you will need to register a free vendor account on the wvOASIS system. Ensure your response is submitted as directed by the solicitation before the September 03, 2026 deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
Given the mandatory pre-bid meetings, ensure you attend both sessions and sign in as required. This is crucial for your bid to be considered. Pay close attention to any questions asked and answers provided during these meetings, as they often clarify important aspects of the project. Carefully review all specifications and attached documents to fully understand the scope of work for each of the fifteen elevators across the different facilities. Highlight your firm's experience with similar large-scale elevator modernization projects, especially those involving multiple locations or state government facilities. Clearly outline your proposed approach, timeline, and any specific technologies or methods you will use to meet the modernization requirements. Provide a detailed and accurate cost proposal that reflects all aspects of the work described in the solicitation.
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 General Services Division; the original posting controls.