Iowa Department of Administrative Services - HHS CHMHI Administration Building Window Replacement - RFP954900-01
Iowa Department of Administrative Services | State of IowaState · Des Moines, IA- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Duration
- 12 months
- Primary contact
- Mike Bradbury
- (515) 823-9327
The 30-second brief
The State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking professional design services for replacing approximately 550 windows in the Administration Building at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute located in Cherokee, IA. The scope includes window replacement on Main Admin, South C, North C, and South A Stacks, requiring security screens, field examination, design development, construction documents, bidding assistance, and construction administration. The facility is not listed on the Historical Register, but SHPO coordination is required. Professional liability insurance of $2 million and registration with the Iowa Secretary of State are required. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time via the Iowa IMPACS Procurement System, following a mandatory pre-proposal conference on October 20, 2026.
Professional design services for window replacement, Including design development documents, 50% construction documents, 95% construction documents, 100% construction documents, Bidding or negotiation assistance, And construction phase administration.
Exhibit 3 - Firm's Qualifications (30 points), Exhibit 4 - Staff Experience (15 points), Exhibit 5 - Applicable State Project Experience (10 points), Exhibit 6 - Approach and Proposed Methods (35 points), Exhibit 7 - Project Execution (10 points), Interviews (TBA)
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Summary
The State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking professional design services for replacing approximately 550 windows in the Administration Building at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute located in Cherokee, IA. The scope includes window replacement on Main Admin, South C, North C, and South A Stacks, requiring security screens, field examination, design development, construction documents, bidding assistance, and construction administration.
The facility is not listed on the Historical Register, but SHPO coordination is required. Professional liability insurance of $2 million and registration with the Iowa Secretary of State are required. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time via the Iowa IMPACS Procurement System, following a mandatory pre-proposal conference on October 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Professional design services for window replacement
- Including design development documents
- 50% construction documents
- 95% construction documents
- 100% construction documents
- Bidding or negotiation assistance
- Construction phase administration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Transmittal Letter
- Executive Summary
- Firm Qualifications
- Staff Experience
- Applicable State Project Experience
- Approach and Proposed Methods
- Project Execution
- Sample Certificate of Insurance
- Design Services Checklist
- Submit to
- https://bidopportunities.iowa.gov
- Scope location
- Cherokee, IA
- Reported agency
- Iowa Department of Administrative Services
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 6, 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: https://bidopportunities.iowa.gov. For questions, contact Mike 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 Mike Bradbury at (515) 823-9327. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Professional design services for window replacement, Including design development documents, 50% construction documents, 95% construction documents, 100% construction documents, Bidding or negotiation assistance, And construction phase administration.. 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: "Exhibit 3 - Firm's Qualifications (30 points), Exhibit 4 - Staff Experience (15 points), Exhibit 5 - Applicable State Project Experience (10 points), Exhibit 6 - Approach and Proposed Methods (35 poin..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 12 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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: Transmittal Letter, Executive Summary, Firm Qualifications, Staff Experience, Applicable State Project Experience, Approach and Proposed Methods, Project Execution, Sample Certificate of Insurance, De. 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: Cherokee, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.