City of Ames - Furniture Purchase & Installation for Resource Recovery & Recycling Campus - 2027-046 (2026)
- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jill Burt
- (515) 239-5126
The 30-second brief
The City of Ames is seeking bids from qualified vendors for the purchase and installation of office furniture for the Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus (R3C). The project involves supplying and installing system furniture, desks, work surfaces, storage cabinets, lockers, chairs, stools, and tables from manufacturers including HON and Steelcase for various campus locations such as break rooms, education areas, offices, and the scale house. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline on October 22, 2026. Bidders must provide three customer references and comply with local consideration and affirmative action programs.
Office furniture, Chairs, Desks, Storage cabinets, Lockers, Work surfaces, Tables, Stools, And installation services for Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus (R3C)
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
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Summary
The City of Ames is seeking bids from qualified vendors for the purchase and installation of office furniture for the Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus (R3C).
The project involves supplying and installing system furniture, desks, work surfaces, storage cabinets, lockers, chairs, stools, and tables from manufacturers including HON and Steelcase for various campus locations such as break rooms, education areas, offices, and the scale house. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline on October 22, 2026. Bidders must provide three customer references and comply with local consideration and affirmative action programs.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Office furniture
- Chairs
- Desks
- Storage cabinets
- Lockers
- Work surfaces
- Tables
- Stools
- Installation services for Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus (R3C)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Furniture Literature
- References
- Affidavits or Compliance Forms
- Submit to
- https://amesbids.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1225&SourceType=1
- 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 October 29, 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/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1225&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Jill Burt.
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 Jill Burt at (515) 239-5126. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Office furniture, Chairs, Desks, Storage cabinets, Lockers, Work surfaces, Tables, Stools, And installation services for Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus (R3C). 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder" 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: Furniture Literature, References, Affidavits or Compliance Forms. 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.