City of Ames 161kV Transmission Line Reconstruction 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
The City of Ames is requesting bids for furnishing labor and materials to modify the City's existing 161 kV transmission line along I-35 near the intersection of 290th Street to accommodate construction operations for the Iowa DOT road construction project, City of Ames Contract No. 2027-012. Sealed bids shall be submitted electronically in AmesBids prior to 2:00 p.m. local time on September 16, 2026. Written questions will be accepted until August 27, 2026. Work must be substantially completed no later than July 28, 2028. Requirements include bid security as defined in Code of Iowa Section 26.8 and a corporate surety bond equal to 100% of the contract price.
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Summary
The City of Ames is requesting bids for furnishing labor and materials to modify the City's existing 161 kV transmission line along I-35 near the intersection of 290th Street to accommodate construction operations for the Iowa DOT road construction project, City of Ames Contract No. 2027-012.
Sealed bids shall be submitted electronically in AmesBids prior to 2:00 p.m. local time on September 16, 2026. Written questions will be accepted until August 27, 2026. Work must be substantially completed no later than July 28, 2028. Requirements include bid security as defined in Code of Iowa Section 26.8 and a corporate surety bond equal to 100% of the contract price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid Form
- Bidder Status Form
- Bid security
- Corporate surety bond
- Submit to
- 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. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 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.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ames?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Ames are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Ames regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form, Bidder Status Form, bid security, corporate surety bond. Review the full document from City of Ames for the complete list.
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.