City of Ames - Engineering Services for Load Center Replacement - RFP No. 2027-053 (2026)
City of AmesCity · Ames, IA- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Amanda Moore
- (515) 239-5183
The 30-second brief
The City of Ames Electric Services Department is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide engineering services for the replacement of three load centers (Load Centers 5, 6, and 7) at the City of Ames Power Plant, located at 200 E. 5th Street, Ames, Iowa. The project scope includes electrical evaluation, preliminary design, replacement planning to minimize outages, final design plans and specifications compliant with Iowa Public Bidding Laws, bidding phase services, arc flash study, and project close-out documentation. New load centers will serve a 3-phase 480VAC bus with automatic racking mechanisms, breaker cubicles, control circuits with Emerson Ovation DCS integration, and OSI monarch SCADA monitoring. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time via AmesBids at amesbids.ionwave.net. Questions are due by November 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time. Required submissions include a technical response and fee proposal, with professional engineering licensing in Iowa required.
Replacement design for load centers 5, 6, And 7; electrical evaluation and preliminary design memo; replacement outage schedule; final plans and specifications; bidding phase services; arc flash study; project close-out as-builts and certification
Demonstrated understanding and ability to provide services (quality, clarity, completeness), Experience and past performance (customer satisfaction and references), Proposed timeline/schedule, Cost
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Summary
The City of Ames Electric Services Department is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide engineering services for the replacement of three load centers (Load Centers 5, 6, and 7) at the City of Ames Power Plant, located at 200 E. 5th Street, Ames, Iowa.
The project scope includes electrical evaluation, preliminary design, replacement planning to minimize outages, final design plans and specifications compliant with Iowa Public Bidding Laws, bidding phase services, arc flash study, and project close-out documentation. New load centers will serve a 3-phase 480VAC bus with automatic racking mechanisms, breaker cubicles, control circuits with Emerson Ovation DCS integration, and OSI monarch SCADA monitoring. Proposals are due by December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time via AmesBids at amesbids.ionwave.net. Questions are due by November 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time. Required submissions include a technical response and fee proposal, with professional engineering licensing in Iowa required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Demonstrated understanding and ability to provide services (quality, clarity, completeness)
- Experience and past performance (customer satisfaction and references)
- Proposed timeline/schedule
- Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Replacement design for load centers 5, 6, And 7
- Electrical evaluation and preliminary design memo
- Replacement outage schedule
- Final plans and specifications
- Bidding phase services
- Arc flash study
- Project close-out as-builts and certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Technical Response, Fee Response
- Submit to
- amesbids.ionwave.net
- Scope location
- Ames, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Ames?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 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: amesbids.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Amanda Moore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 RFP 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: Replacement design for load centers 5, 6, And 7; electrical evaluation and preliminary design memo; replacement outage schedule; final plans and specifications; bidding phase services; arc flash study; project close-out as-builts and certification. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Demonstrated understanding and ability to provide services (quality, clarity, completeness), Experience and past performance (customer satisfaction and references), Proposed timeline/schedule, Cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ames?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Technical Response, Fee Response. 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.