Iowa Department of Administrative Services - HHS STS Bakery Cooler Enclosure Replacement and Corbett-Miller Hall Tuckpointing - RFP956600-01 (2026)
Iowa Department of Administrative Services | State of IowaState · Des Moines, IA- Due
- Dec 9, 2026
- 24 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michael Bradbury
- (515) 823-9327
The 30-second brief
The Iowa Department of Administrative Services seeks professional design services for bakery cooler enclosure replacement and exterior masonry repairs at the State Training School for Boys in Eldora, Iowa. The scope includes temporary disconnection of equipment, refrigerant recovery, demolition and installation of a new cooler enclosure, and masonry repairs including tuckpointing, wall control joints, failed corner replacement, and EIFS evaluation at Corbett-Miller Hall. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for November 17, 2026. Required submissions include technical and cost proposals via the Iowa IMPACS Procurement System, with professional liability insurance of $2 million required.
Bakery cooler enclosure replacement, Masonry repairs, Tuckpointing, Wall control joints, Exterior masonry corners replacement, EIFS evaluation, Construction documents, Bidding assistance, Construction 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 Iowa Department of Administrative Services seeks professional design services for bakery cooler enclosure replacement and exterior masonry repairs at the State Training School for Boys in Eldora, Iowa.
The scope includes temporary disconnection of equipment, refrigerant recovery, demolition and installation of a new cooler enclosure, and masonry repairs including tuckpointing, wall control joints, failed corner replacement, and EIFS evaluation at Corbett-Miller Hall. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for November 17, 2026. Required submissions include technical and cost proposals via the Iowa IMPACS Procurement System, with professional liability insurance of $2 million required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Bakery cooler enclosure replacement
- Masonry repairs
- Tuckpointing
- Wall control joints
- Exterior masonry corners replacement
- EIFS evaluation
- Construction documents
- Bidding assistance
- Construction administration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Transmittal Letter
- Executive Summary
- Firm Qualifications
- Staff Experience
- Applicable State Project Experience
- Approach and Proposed Methods
- Project Execution
- Cost Proposal
- Submit to
- https://bidopportunities.iowa.gov
- Scope location
- Eldora, IA
- 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 December 9, 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 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bakery cooler enclosure replacement, Masonry repairs, Tuckpointing, Wall control joints, Exterior masonry corners replacement, EIFS evaluation, Construction documents, Bidding assistance, Construction 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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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 9, 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, Cost Proposal. 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: Eldora, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
