Iowa Department of Administrative Services - DOC ICIW IPI Building Heating Unit Replacements - RFP955100-01 (2026)
Iowa Department of Administrative Services | State of IowaState · Des Moines, IA- Due
- Nov 18, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michael Bradbury
- (515) 823-9327
The 30-second brief
The State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking professional design services for replacement of two existing Reznor heaters including heating, cooling, and controls at the Iowa Correctional Institution for Women Iowa Prison Industries Building located at 420 Mill Street SW, Mitchellville, IA. The project involves design and construction administration for an approximately 100 ft by 300 ft building split into a 9,000 sq ft west unit and a 21,000 sq ft east unit, with separate cost tracking for the east unit cooling installation. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for November 3, 2026. Required qualifications include professional licensure in Iowa and $2 million in professional liability insurance.
Exhibit 3 - Firm’s Qualifications: 30, Exhibit 4 - Staff Experience: 15, Exhibit 5 - Applicable State Project Experience: 10, Exhibit 6 - Approach and Proposed Methods: 35, Exhibit 7 - Project Execution: 10, Interviews (optional): TBA
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Summary
The State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking professional design services for replacement of two existing Reznor heaters including heating, cooling, and controls at the Iowa Correctional Institution for Women Iowa Prison Industries Building located at 420 Mill Street SW, Mitchellville, IA. The project involves design and construction administration for an approximately 100 ft by 300 ft building split into a 9,000 sq ft west unit and a 21,000 sq ft east unit, with separate cost tracking for the east unit cooling installation.
The submission deadline is November 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for November 3, 2026. Required qualifications include professional licensure in Iowa and $2 million in professional liability insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Exhibit 3 - Firm’s Qualifications: 30
- Exhibit 4 - Staff Experience: 15
- Exhibit 5 - Applicable State Project Experience: 10
- Exhibit 6 - Approach and Proposed Methods: 35
- Exhibit 7 - Project Execution: 10
- Interviews (optional): TBA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Exhibit 1 - Transmittal Letter
- Exhibit 2 - Executive Summary
- Exhibit 3 - Firm Qualifications
- Exhibit 4 - Staff Experience
- Exhibit 5 - Applicable State Project Experience
- Exhibit 6 - Approach and Proposed Methods
- Exhibit 7 - Project Execution
- Cost Proposal
- Submit to
- https://bidopportunities.iowa.gov
- Scope location
- Mitchellville, IA
- Projected sq ft
- 30,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- State of Iowa
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Iowa Department of Administrative Services | State of Iowa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 18, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://bidopportunities.iowa.gov. For questions, contact Michael Bradbury.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Iowa Department of Administrative Services | State 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 Michael Bradbury at (515) 823-9327. 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: "Exhibit 3 - Firm’s Qualifications: 30, Exhibit 4 - Staff Experience: 15, Exhibit 5 - Applicable State Project Experience: 10, Exhibit 6 - Approach and Proposed Methods: 35, Exhibit 7 - Project Executi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 18, 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: Exhibit 1 - Transmittal Letter, Exhibit 2 - Executive Summary, Exhibit 3 - Firm Qualifications, Exhibit 4 - Staff Experience, Exhibit 5 - Applicable State Project Experience, Exhibit 6 - Approach and. Review the full document from Iowa Department of Administrative Services | State 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: Mitchellville, IA. The total projected area is 30000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.