City of Waterloo Well No. 15 & 17 Improvements Project Bid - 2026
City of WaterlooCity · Waterloo, IA- Due
- Jun 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Duration
- 13 months
- Primary contact
- Chad Coon
The 30-second brief
The Waterloo Water Works is soliciting bids for construction improvements at Well No. 15 and 17, located at Kimball Avenue and Ivanhoe Road. Scope includes a new standby power system, VFD controls, and a CMU building addition by June 16, 2026.
Sealed proposals, Bid security, Bid bond, Proof of registration and bonding
Lowest responsive bidder, resident bidder preference, product preference for Iowa-grown goods
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Summary
The Waterloo Water Works is soliciting bids for construction improvements at Well No. 15 and 17, located at Kimball Avenue and Ivanhoe Road. Scope includes a new standby power system, VFD controls, and a CMU building addition by June 16, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest responsive bidder
- Resident bidder preference
- Product preference for Iowa-grown goods
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Sealed proposals
- Bid security
- Bid bond
- Proof of registration and bonding
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Official bidding blanks
- Bid security
- Bid bond
- Submit to
- 325 Sycamore Street, P.O. Box 27, Waterloo, Iowa 50704
- Scope location
- Waterloo, IA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Waterloo?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 16, 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: 325 Sycamore Street, P.O. Box 27, Waterloo, Iowa 50704. For questions, contact Chad Coon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Waterloo 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 Chad Coon. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed proposals, Bid security, Bid bond, Proof of registration and bonding. 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 bidder, resident bidder preference, product preference for Iowa-grown goods" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Waterloo?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Waterloo are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Waterloo 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 13 months. 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: official bidding blanks, bid security, bid bond. Review the full document from City of Waterloo for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waterloo, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.