City of Urbandale RFP 2028 Footing Drain Improvements Engineering Design Services
City of UrbandaleCity · Urbandale, IA- Due
- Feb 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- John Larson
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Urbandale is requesting proposals for engineering design services for the 2028 Footing Drain Improvements project. The scope of work involves the installation of storm sewer and footing drains along Madison Avenue, Horton Avenue, and Airline Avenue (between 71st and 72nd Streets), as well as on 73rd, 74th, and 75th Streets south of Airline Avenue. Required services include performing preliminary and final design, providing bidding assistance, and other related professional services. Proposals will be evaluated by a panel of City staff. Submissions are due by February 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CST. Questions should be directed to John Larson, Director of Engineering and Public Works.
Evaluated by a panel of City staff
SUMMARY
The City of Urbandale is requesting proposals for engineering design services for the 2028 Footing Drain Improvements project.
The scope of work involves the installation of storm sewer and footing drains along Madison Avenue, Horton Avenue, and Airline Avenue (between 71st and 72nd Streets), as well as on 73rd, 74th, and 75th Streets south of Airline Avenue. Required services include performing preliminary and final design, providing bidding assistance, and other related professional services. Proposals will be evaluated by a panel of City staff. Submissions are due by February 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. CST. Questions should be directed to John Larson, Director of Engineering and Public Works.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Evaluated by a panel of City staff
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
https://www.urbandale.org/DocumentCenter/View/17098
- Scope location
- Urbandale, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Urbandale?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact John Larson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Urbandale 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 John Larson. 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: "Evaluated by a panel of City staff" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Urbandale?
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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: https://www.urbandale.org/DocumentCenter/View/17098. Review the full document from City of Urbandale for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Urbandale, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.