Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Plumbing Supplies for Iowa School for the Deaf - 005-RFB-3123-2027
Iowa Department of Administrative Services | State of IowaState · Des Moines, IA- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Michael Bradbury
- (515) 823-9327
The 30-second brief
The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking competitive bids for plumbing supplies, materials, components, tools, and related items on an as-needed basis to support in-house plumbing maintenance and repair activities at the Iowa School for the Deaf located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The contract spans an initial one-year term from December 1, 2026, through November 30, 2027, with the potential for up to five one-year renewal periods by mutual agreement. Bidders must provide percentage discounts off the manufacturer's current published list price (MSRP) for core items (Tab 1 Market Basket) and product category lines (Tab 2 Category Discounts). Deliveries shall be F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid, with standard delivery within 24 to 48 hours and expedited same-day or next-morning options available. Vendors must maintain a pick-up storefront or warehouse counter within a 20-mile driving radius of the ISD campus for 2-hour will-call order readiness. Bids are due by November 19, 2026, at 20:00 UTC and will be scored objectively using a weighted combination of extended core item costs and average category discounts.
Pipe, Tubing, And fittings (PVC, CPVC, PEX, Copper, Cast iron, Galvanized); valves, Stops, And regulators; fixtures and fixture components (faucet parts, Cartridges, Flush valves, Aerators); water supply lines, Connectors, Hoses, And couplings; drainage parts (traps, Strainers, Flanges, Gaskets); sealants, Tapes, Adhesives, Lubricants, And repair compounds; backflow components and replacement parts; plumbing hardware, Fasteners, Brackets, Hangers, And supports; common plumbing tools and consumables
Weighted combination of the total extended cost of the Tab 1 Market Basket items and the average category discounts offered on Tab 2
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Summary
The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking competitive bids for plumbing supplies, materials, components, tools, and related items on an as-needed basis to support in-house plumbing maintenance and repair activities at the Iowa School for the Deaf located in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
The contract spans an initial one-year term from December 1, 2026, through November 30, 2027, with the potential for up to five one-year renewal periods by mutual agreement. Bidders must provide percentage discounts off the manufacturer's current published list price (MSRP) for core items (Tab 1 Market Basket) and product category lines (Tab 2 Category Discounts). Deliveries shall be F.O.B. Destination, Freight Prepaid, with standard delivery within 24 to 48 hours and expedited same-day or next-morning options available. Vendors must maintain a pick-up storefront or warehouse counter within a 20-mile driving radius of the ISD campus for 2-hour will-call order readiness. Bids are due by November 19, 2026, at 20:00 UTC and will be scored objectively using a weighted combination of extended core item costs and average category discounts.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Weighted combination of the total extended cost of the Tab 1 Market Basket items and the average category discounts offered on Tab 2
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Pipe, Tubing, And fittings (PVC, CPVC, PEX, Copper, Cast iron, Galvanized)
- Valves, Stops, And regulators
- Fixtures and fixture components (faucet parts, Cartridges, Flush valves, Aerators)
- Water supply lines, Connectors, Hoses, And couplings
- Drainage parts (traps, Strainers, Flanges, Gaskets)
- Sealants, Tapes, Adhesives, Lubricants, And repair compounds
- Backflow components and replacement parts
- Plumbing hardware, Fasteners, Brackets, Hangers, And supports
- Common plumbing tools and consumables
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Cost Proposal and Market Basket Form (Attachment 2), Exceptions Form (Attachment 1), URL link or digital file of official manufacturer MSRP index baseline
- Submit to
- https://bidopportunities.iowa.gov/Home/BidInfo?bidId=2db913ac-8345-4706-b717-4cd84608bbe6
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Council Bluffs, IA
- Reported agency
- Iowa Department of Administrative Services
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid 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 19, 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/Home/BidInfo?bidId=2db913ac-8345-4706-b717-4cd84608bbe6. For questions, contact Michael Bradbury.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 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: Pipe, Tubing, And fittings (PVC, CPVC, PEX, Copper, Cast iron, Galvanized); valves, Stops, And regulators; fixtures and fixture components (faucet parts, Cartridges, Flush valves, Aerators); water supply lines, Connectors, Hoses, And couplings; drainage parts (traps, Strainers, Flanges, Gaskets); se. 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: "Weighted combination of the total extended cost of the Tab 1 Market Basket items and the average category discounts offered on Tab 2" 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 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 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: Cost Proposal and Market Basket Form (Attachment 2), Exceptions Form (Attachment 1), URL link or digital file of official manufacturer MSRP index baseline. 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: Council Bluffs, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.