City of Iowa City - Citywide Cleaning and Restoration Services for Water Damage, Water Main Breaks, and Sewer Backups - RFP27-114 (2026)
City of IowaCity · Iowa City, IA- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Trina Surratt
- (319) 356-5166
The 30-second brief
The City of Iowa City is requesting proposals for citywide cleaning, restoration, and remediation services resulting from water main breaks, sewer backups, flooding, and water intrusion across three packages: private properties, city properties, and housing authority properties. Services include water extraction, sewage cleanup, drying and dehumidification, cleaning, sanitizing, disinfection, carpet removal, mold testing, odor treatment, and contents pack-out. The initial contract term is three years with one optional three-year renewal period. Proposals must be submitted online via Ion Wave by November 23, 2026, at 2:30 PM (CT). Questions are due by November 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM (CT). Vendors must demonstrate familiarity with IICRC standards.
Firm Experience, Qualifications & Personnel (40 points), Expertise: References (30 points), Pricing (30 points)
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Summary
The City of Iowa City is requesting proposals for citywide cleaning, restoration, and remediation services resulting from water main breaks, sewer backups, flooding, and water intrusion across three packages: private properties, city properties, and housing authority properties.
Services include water extraction, sewage cleanup, drying and dehumidification, cleaning, sanitizing, disinfection, carpet removal, mold testing, odor treatment, and contents pack-out. The initial contract term is three years with one optional three-year renewal period. Proposals must be submitted online via Ion Wave by November 23, 2026, at 2:30 PM (CT). Questions are due by November 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM (CT). Vendors must demonstrate familiarity with IICRC standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Completed Wage Theft Policy
- General Terms and Conditions Exceptions
- Appendix C - Wage Theft Affidavit
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- https://icgov.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=579&SourceType=1
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Iowa City, IA
- Reported agency
- City of Iowa City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Iowa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://icgov.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=579&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Trina Surratt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Iowa 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 Trina Surratt at (319) 356-5166. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Regular Labor – Technician, Emergency/After-Hours Labor – Technician, Supervisor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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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: "Firm Experience, Qualifications & Personnel (40 points), Expertise: References (30 points), Pricing (30 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Iowa?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Iowa are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Iowa regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 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: Completed Wage Theft Policy, General Terms and Conditions Exceptions, Appendix C - Wage Theft Affidavit. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Iowa for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Iowa City, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.