Ice and Refrigerated Storage for Emergency Events

The City of Chesapeake’s Department of Emergency Management is issuing an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) RFQ for the provision of ice (10‑lb bags) and optional on‑site refrigerated storage (truck or trailer) to support emergency response operations. Vendors must be able to deliver bulk ice within 24 hours of order and provide refrigerated transport or storage when requested. The contract is for an initial one‑year term with two one‑year renewal options and will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder(s). All work is performed under emergency task orders, with pricing fixed for the contract term. • Deliver up to 10,000 ten‑pound bags of ice (estimated) and one refrigerated truck (with operator) and one refrigerated trailer (without operator) per task order. • Provide rapid 24‑hour delivery to any City facility or designated Point of Distribution. • Maintain insurance, licensing, and compliance with Virginia procurement regulations. • Submit electronic quotes via OpenGov by Oct 16, 2026, 2:00 pm; questions due by Oct 8, 2026, 2:00 pm. • Contract term: 1 year, with two optional 1‑year renewals; IDIQ quantity unspecified.