The County of Bedford, Virginia issued a competitive solicitation (RFP 2026‑14) for on‑demand mechanical services covering HVAC, pipe‑fitting, sheet‑metal, welding, and boiler repair work on a as‑needed basis. The contract is a one‑year award with the possibility of up to four one‑year renewals and a six‑month extension, and it requires vendors to provide emergency response within eight working hours and routine service with at least two weeks’ notice. The award was made to Comfort Systems USA – Shoffner, a regional mechanical contractor based in Roanoke, VA. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with state building codes, required personnel qualifications, background‑check requirements, and specific insurance and indemnity provisions.
• Scope: Small‑unit HVAC (≤ 5 tons) and related mechanical systems, emergency and routine on‑demand services.
• Evaluation: Quality (30 pts), price (25 pts), qualifications (25 pts), methodology (20 pts).
• Contract terms: 1‑year base term, up to four renewals, net‑30 payment, background checks for all on‑site staff.