City of Ames Miscellaneous Inventory for Electric Services RFQ 2027-056 (2026)
Ames Transit Agency (CyRide)Special District · Ames, IA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jill Burt
- (515) 239-5126
The 30-second brief
The City of Ames is seeking quotes for miscellaneous inventory for electric distribution, including fused cutouts, enclosed pedestals, cable preparation kits, poleset kits, steel padlocks, wire, tape, machine bolts, and pin type insulators. All responses must be submitted before the deadline of November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM (CT). Bids will be evaluated based on responsiveness, price, and availability. Prices must be quoted FOB Destination with full freight allowed, and catalog cut sheets or supporting product specifications must be uploaded with the response.
Fused cutouts, Enclosed pedestals, Cable preparation kits, Poleset kits, Steel padlocks, Electrical tape, Machine bolts, Pin type insulators, Spool ties, HPS lamps, Polyurethane foam kit, Wire pulling compound, Pulling tape, Bare soft drawn copper wire
Responsiveness, price and availability
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Summary
The City of Ames is seeking quotes for miscellaneous inventory for electric distribution, including fused cutouts, enclosed pedestals, cable preparation kits, poleset kits, steel padlocks, wire, tape, machine bolts, and pin type insulators.
All responses must be submitted before the deadline of November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM (CT). Bids will be evaluated based on responsiveness, price, and availability. Prices must be quoted FOB Destination with full freight allowed, and catalog cut sheets or supporting product specifications must be uploaded with the response.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsiveness, price and availability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- Fused cutouts
- Enclosed pedestals
- Cable preparation kits
- Poleset kits
- Steel padlocks
- Electrical tape
- Machine bolts
- Pin type insulators
- Spool ties
- HPS lamps
- Polyurethane foam kit
- Wire pulling compound
- Pulling tape
- Bare soft drawn copper wire
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Specifications, catalog cut sheets
- Submit to
- https://amesbids.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1274&SourceType=1
- Scope location
- Ames, IA
- Reported agency
- City of Ames
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Ames Transit Agency (CyRide)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 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=1274&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Jill Burt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Ames Transit Agency (CyRide) 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 RFQ 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: Fused cutouts, Enclosed pedestals, Cable preparation kits, Poleset kits, Steel padlocks, Electrical tape, Machine bolts, Pin type insulators, Spool ties, HPS lamps, Polyurethane foam kit, Wire pulling compound, Pulling tape, Bare soft drawn copper wire. 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: "Responsiveness, price and availability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ames Transit Agency (CyRide)?
All active and historical solicitations from Ames Transit Agency (CyRide) are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Ames Transit Agency (CyRide) regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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 RFQ?
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: Specifications, catalog cut sheets. Review the full document from Ames Transit Agency (CyRide) 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.
