Kd/Vdc/Water Coolers, Ice Chest/08-25/Lot Bid99883

This contract involves a one-time bid for the supply of water coolers and ice chests, with the option for bidders to submit a bid for all items collectively or none at all. The solicitation, identified as A194DGS:99883, was posted on July 29, 2025, with a response deadline of August 1, 2025. The contract is managed by the Virginia Department of General Services and is intended for the Virginia state government, specifically under the SLED organization type. The contract value is estimated to range between $50,000 and $150,000. Vendors are required to submit their responses with clear payment terms, including any discounts, in the designated response header comments section. All items must be palletized without mixing different items on the same pallet, with a maximum pallet height of 56 inches. The procurement process adheres to the Virginia Distribution Center (VDC) special terms and conditions outlined in the July 2019 document, which emphasizes strict compliance with Commonwealth of Virginia procurement regulations. These terms specify detailed requirements for bid pricing, product qualification, certifications, and delivery conditions, including provisions for late or early deliveries, shipment quantities, USDA grade standards, and frozen product specifications. The contract also mandates adherence to quality standards for food and beverage items, with an emphasis on product certification, proper packaging, and delivery standards to ensure regulatory compliance and product integrity. A quick quote evaluation tool is available through eVA for awarded bids, facilitating efficient assessment of vendor proposals. Overall, the contract aims to secure reliable, compliant, and quality-controlled supplies of water coolers and ice chests for Virginia state agencies.