City of Grinnell - Notice of Competitive Bidding for the Disposition of Certain Property
City of GrinnellCity · Grinnell, IA- Due
- Aug 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
The 30-second brief
Notice of competitive bidding for the disposition of certain real property located within the Grinnell Urban Renewal Area, specifically Lots 25-26, Scout Subdivision, City of Grinnell, Poweshiek County, Iowa. The City has received a proposal from Innovative Construction, Inc. to purchase the property for $25,000 per lot, total $50,000, and invites competing proposals containing terms no less favorable. Written proposals must be received by the City Clerk's office at City Hall, 520 4th Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa by 12:00 PM (Noon) on August 14, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated by the City Council based on purchase price at or near fair value and overall terms matching or exceeding the initial agreement.
Terms no less favorable than the existing agreement, purchase at not less than fair value
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Summary
Notice of competitive bidding for the disposition of certain real property located within the Grinnell Urban Renewal Area, specifically Lots 25-26, Scout Subdivision, City of Grinnell, Poweshiek County, Iowa.
The City has received a proposal from Innovative Construction, Inc. to purchase the property for $25,000 per lot, total $50,000, and invites competing proposals containing terms no less favorable. Written proposals must be received by the City Clerk's office at City Hall, 520 4th Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa by 12:00 PM (Noon) on August 14, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated by the City Council based on purchase price at or near fair value and overall terms matching or exceeding the initial agreement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Terms no less favorable than the existing agreement, purchase at not less than fair value
- Submit to
- City Clerk's office at City Hall, 520 4th Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa
- Scope location
- Grinnell, IA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Grinnell?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 14, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: City Clerk's office at City Hall, 520 4th Avenue, Grinnell, Iowa.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Grinnell 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.
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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: "Terms no less favorable than the existing agreement, purchase at not less than fair value" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Grinnell?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Grinnell are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Grinnell 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. Review the full document from City of Grinnell for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Grinnell, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.