Offsite Self-Service Vehicle Wash

The City of Richmond is seeking bids for offsite vehicle wash services for its fleet of 2000 light- and medium-duty vehicles. The contractor will be required to provide standard car wash services, including exterior wash and rinse, blower dry, and vacuum, as well as additional services such as underbody wash, body wax, and rain repellant. The contractor must comply with all City of Richmond and federal regulations, including those related to industrial wastewater discharge. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, and the City reserves the right to extend the contract for up to 12 months. Some key points to consider include: * The contractor must provide services Monday through Friday between 7:00am and 5:00pm, except on City-observed holidays. * The contractor's wash facility must be within a 15-mile radius of City Hall. * The City encourages the use of minority business enterprises and emerging small businesses. * The contractor must comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to anti-kickback provisions and conflict of interest. * The contract includes a cooperative procurement clause, which allows other public bodies to make purchases under the contract. * The contractor must provide semiannual reports to the City, identifying all other public bodies that have used the contract, the quantities purchased, and the dollar amounts paid.