City of Iowa City On-Call Snow and Sand Hauling Services - RFB27-54 (2026)
City of IowaCity · Iowa City, IA- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Megan Vollenweider
- (319) 356-5078
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Iowa City is soliciting bids for on-call snow and sand hauling services in support of the Streets Division's snow and ice response operations. The work includes hauling snow from the downtown area to designated snow disposal sites at 1200 S Riverside Dr, and hauling sand from S&G Materials to the Streets Division at 3810 Napoleon Ln. Vendors must provide all labor, equipment, fuel, maintenance, supervision, and incidentals, utilizing dump trucks with a minimum capacity of seven cubic yards. Services are typically performed during or immediately following snow events, often outside normal business hours including evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays. Bids are due by September 30, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. CT via Ion Wave, with questions due by September 24, 2026.
Price, meeting requirements, overall responsiveness
SUMMARY
The City of Iowa City is soliciting bids for on-call snow and sand hauling services in support of the Streets Division's snow and ice response operations.
The work includes hauling snow from the downtown area to designated snow disposal sites at 1200 S Riverside Dr, and hauling sand from S&G Materials to the Streets Division at 3810 Napoleon Ln. Vendors must provide all labor, equipment, fuel, maintenance, supervision, and incidentals, utilizing dump trucks with a minimum capacity of seven cubic yards. Services are typically performed during or immediately following snow events, often outside normal business hours including evenings, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays. Bids are due by September 30, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. CT via Ion Wave, with questions due by September 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Meeting requirements
- Overall responsiveness
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Wage Theft Affidavit, Contract Compliance (EEO) Form
- Submit to
- https://icgov.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=570&SourceType=2
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Iowa City, IA
- Reported agency
- City of Iowa City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Iowa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 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=570&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Megan Vollenweider.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Megan Vollenweider at (319) 356-5078. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price, meeting requirements, overall responsiveness" 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Wage Theft Affidavit, Contract Compliance (EEO) Form. 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.