City of Cedar Rapids Jones Park Pickleball Court Lighting Replacement RFB PUR0826-035
City of Cedar RapidsCity · Cedar Rapids, IA- Due
- Oct 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Heather Mell
- (319) 286-5117
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is seeking bids for the Jones Park Pickleball Court Lighting project located at 2901 Fruitland Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. The work includes the removal of existing lighting and wiring on the southern 5 courts and the installation of new lighting, breakers, wiring, conduit, and light fixtures. The submission deadline is October 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM CDT via the City's Online E-Procurement portal system (Euna Procurement, powered by IonWave). Required items include a payment and performance bond, insurance requirements with endorsements, a Buy Local packet if applicable, and a certification regarding the ability to obtain required insurance.
Removal of existing lighting, Installation of new lighting on southern 5 courts, New breakers, Wiring, Conduit, Light fixtures
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
SUMMARY
The City of Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is seeking bids for the Jones Park Pickleball Court Lighting project located at 2901 Fruitland Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404.
The work includes the removal of existing lighting and wiring on the southern 5 courts and the installation of new lighting, breakers, wiring, conduit, and light fixtures. The submission deadline is October 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM CDT via the City's Online E-Procurement portal system (Euna Procurement, powered by IonWave). Required items include a payment and performance bond, insurance requirements with endorsements, a Buy Local packet if applicable, and a certification regarding the ability to obtain required insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Removal of existing lighting
- Installation of new lighting on southern 5 courts
- New breakers
- Wiring
- Conduit
- Light fixtures
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Certificate to Obtain Insurance
- Insurance Requirements - 3 Endorsements
- Local Preference
- Payment & Performance Bonds
- Buy Local Packet
- Certification Regarding Ability to Obtain Required Insurance
- Submit to
- https://citycrbids.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1917&SourceType=2
- Scope location
- Cedar Rapids, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Cedar Rapids?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 2, 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://citycrbids.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1917&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Heather Mell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Cedar Rapids 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 Heather Mell at (319) 286-5117. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Removal of existing lighting, Installation of new lighting on southern 5 courts, New breakers, Wiring, Conduit, Light fixtures. 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 Cedar Rapids?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cedar Rapids are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cedar Rapids 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: Certificate to Obtain Insurance, Insurance Requirements - 3 Endorsements, Local Preference, Payment & Performance Bonds, Buy Local Packet, Certification Regarding Ability to Obtain Required Insurance. Review the full document from City of Cedar Rapids for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cedar Rapids, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.