Bid guide
How to bid on Zone 7 Skilled Trade Services for Virginia Community College Shared Services Center
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Virginia Community College Shared Services Center is seeking skilled trade services for Central Virginia Community College's Zone 7 locations. These locations are in Danville, Keysville, and Bedford, Virginia. This opportunity is for vendors who can provide various skilled trade services to support the college's facilities.
A successful bid means securing a contract to provide essential services to a state educational institution, offering a stable work stream for your business.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 28, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is August 27, 2026, at 10:30 AM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
Late submissions will not be considered. Ensure you allow enough time to complete your submission through the eVA portal before the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in construction and skilled trades. Firms with experience in providing maintenance, repair, and other trade services to educational or institutional facilities would be a good fit.
The work locations are specifically in Danville, Keysville, and Bedford, Virginia, making it ideal for vendors located in or near these areas.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation details, you need to go to eVA, Virginia's eProcurement portal. The solicitation number is 120620. You can view the posting publicly without an account.
To submit a response, you must sign in with a free eVA vendor account. Make sure your account is set up and active well before the submission deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully read all sections of the solicitation to understand the full scope of work and all requirements. Pay close attention to any specific qualifications or certifications requested for skilled trades.
Clearly outline your firm's experience with similar projects, especially those involving educational institutions or multiple locations. Provide detailed examples of past work that demonstrate your capabilities. Ensure your pricing is competitive and clearly itemized as requested in the solicitation documents.
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 Community College Shared Services Center; the original posting controls.