Bid guide
How to bid on SWIFT Research Center Educational and Outreach Improvements for HRSD
What the agency is buying
The Hampton Roads Sanitation District (HRSD) is seeking a qualified firm to provide professional services. The selected firm will be responsible for redesigning the educational and outreach areas at HRSD's SWIFT (Sustainable Water Initiative for Tomorrow) Research Center.
This work will take place at the SWIFT Research Center located in Suffolk, Virginia. This is an opportunity for firms specializing in educational space design and outreach improvements.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on August 25, 2026. The deadline for submitting responses is September 23, 2026, at 10:30 AM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
It is important to plan your submission well in advance of the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in educational facility design, exhibit development, and public outreach space improvements. Companies that have experience working with research centers or public utility educational programs would be particularly well-suited.
The project falls under the education category, and firms with a strong portfolio in creating engaging and informative public spaces should consider responding.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents, you need to go to eVA, Virginia's eProcurement portal. The solicitation number is 127134. Viewing the posting is public and does not require an account.
To submit a response, you must sign in with a free eVA vendor account. Ensure you have an active account or create one well before the submission deadline.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly articulate your firm's experience with similar projects, especially those involving educational or outreach facility redesigns. Highlight your understanding of the specific needs of a research center's public engagement efforts.
Focus on demonstrating your team's qualifications and your proposed methodology for achieving the project's goals. Ensure all required documentation is complete and submitted accurately through the eVA portal before the deadline.
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 Hampton Roads Sanitation District; the original posting controls.