City of Ames - 161kV Transmission Line Reconstruction Iowa DOT I-35 & 290th Street Project - 2027-012
City of AmesCity · Ames, IA- Due
- Sep 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Amanda Moore
- (515) 239-5183
The 30-second brief
Furnishing labor and materials to modify and reconstruct the City of Ames existing 161 kV transmission line along I-35 near the intersection of 290th Street to accommodate construction operations for the Iowa DOT's road construction project. Scope includes wood poles (Classes H3, H4, H5), 161 kV tangent and deadend assemblies, ACSR phase conductors, optical ground wire (OPGW), screw anchors, down guys, fiber splicing and testing, traffic control, and mobilization. Sealed bids will be received electronically via AmesBids until September 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time. Written questions are due by August 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time. Work must be substantially completed by July 28, 2028. Requires a 100% corporate surety performance bond, bid security under Iowa Code Section 26.8, and a Bidder Status Form.
Wood Pole (95 ft. Class H3, 95 ft. Class H5, 100 ft. Class H3, 105 ft. Class H4, 105 ft. Class H5, 110 ft. Class H3, 115 ft. Class H5), 161 kV Tangent Stacked Braced Line Post, 161 kV Tangent Running Angle, 161 kV Vertical Deadend Large Angle Round Wood Pole, 161 kV Deadend Assembly, OPGW Deadend Assembly, 161 kV Phase Conductor, Optical Ground Wire, Transfer Optical Ground Wire, Screw Anchor, Insulated Down Guy, Guy Rod Extension, Remove Conductor, Remove Guy and Anchor, Remove Structure, Fiber Optic Storage System, Fiber Splicing and Testing, Structure Reinforcement, Wood Pole Ground, Traffic Control, Mobilization
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Summary
Furnishing labor and materials to modify and reconstruct the City of Ames existing 161 kV transmission line along I-35 near the intersection of 290th Street to accommodate construction operations for the Iowa DOT's road construction project.
Scope includes wood poles (Classes H3, H4, H5), 161 kV tangent and deadend assemblies, ACSR phase conductors, optical ground wire (OPGW), screw anchors, down guys, fiber splicing and testing, traffic control, and mobilization. Sealed bids will be received electronically via AmesBids until September 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time. Written questions are due by August 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time. Work must be substantially completed by July 28, 2028. Requires a 100% corporate surety performance bond, bid security under Iowa Code Section 26.8, and a Bidder Status Form.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Wood Pole (95 ft. Class H3, 95 ft. Class H5, 100 ft. Class H3, 105 ft. Class H4, 105 ft. Class H5, 110 ft. Class H3, 115 ft. Class H5), 161 kV Tangent Stacked Braced Line Post, 161 kV Tangent Running Angle, 161 kV Vertical Deadend Large Angle Round Wood Pole, 161 kV Deadend Assembly, OPGW Deadend Assembly, 161 kV Phase Conductor, Optical Ground Wire, Transfer Optical Ground Wire, Screw Anchor, Insulated Down Guy, Guy Rod Extension, Remove Conductor, Remove Guy and Anchor, Remove Structure, Fiber Optic Storage System, Fiber Splicing and Testing, Structure Reinforcement, Wood Pole Ground, Traffic Control, Mobilization
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid Bond
- Bidder Status Form
- Bidder Qualifications Form
- Submit to
- https://amesbids.ionwave.net
- Scope location
- Ames, IA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Ames?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://amesbids.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Amanda Moore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Ames in IA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Amanda Moore at (515) 239-5183. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Wood Pole (95 ft. Class H3, 95 ft. Class H5, 100 ft. Class H3, 105 ft. Class H4, 105 ft. Class H5, 110 ft. Class H3, 115 ft. Class H5), 161 kV Tangent Stacked Braced Line Post, 161 kV Tangent Running Angle, 161 kV Vertical Deadend Large Angle Round Wood Pole, 161 kV Deadend Assembly, OPGW Deadend As. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ames, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.