Bid guide
How to bid on welding and machine shop services for Richmond
What Richmond is buying
The City of Richmond is seeking qualified firms for welding, fabrication, machine shop, mechanical, and AutoCAD services for its Department of Public Utilities and Department of Public Works. The work also includes equipment pickup and delivery, shop painting, and field painting of structures, piping, conduit, and equipment.
This is an IFB in the equipment category. Firms with relevant shop and field capabilities may find it worth reviewing the solicitation details.
Key date and deadline
The opportunity was published October 2, 2026. Bids are due November 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.
Plan to submit through OpenGov before the deadline. The provided information does not state what happens to responses received after it.
Who this opportunity may suit
This opportunity may suit firms that can provide welding, fabrication, machine shop, mechanical, and AutoCAD services, along with the stated pickup, delivery, and painting work.
Review the solicitation’s Statement of Work to confirm whether your firm can cover the requested work. The full description notes that further details about the work are provided there.
How to access and submit a response
Open the opportunity in OpenGov Procurement using the “View original source” option. A brief “just a moment” security check may appear the first time; wait for it to finish so the project page loads.
Sign in or create a free vendor account to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. OpenGov also sends addenda notices, so check for updates as you prepare your bid.
Practical preparation tips
Read the Statement of Work and plans closely. Map each requested service to the people, equipment, and processes your firm would use, and identify any work you cannot provide.
Use the portal’s question and addenda features to clarify uncertainties and track changes. Allow time to complete the response in OpenGov and verify that it has been submitted before the stated 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 City of Richmond; the original posting controls.