Iowa Finance Authority - Pre-Qualify Vendors for Telecommunications Outside Plant Services - RFP 26-023
Iowa Finance AuthorityState Housing Authority · Des Moines, IA- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brian Clayton
- (515) 725-4616
The 30-second brief
The Iowa Communications Network (ICN) is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to pre-qualify for providing telecommunications outside plant services across 5 zones in the State of Iowa. The ICN intends to pre-qualify three vendors in each zone to provide this service as needed. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time. Written questions are due by October 5, 2026. Submissions must include required compliance, authorization, qualification, zone bid, and unit price forms.
Telecommunications outside plant services
Price, compliance
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Summary
The Iowa Communications Network (ICN) is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to pre-qualify for providing telecommunications outside plant services across 5 zones in the State of Iowa.
The ICN intends to pre-qualify three vendors in each zone to provide this service as needed. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time. Written questions are due by October 5, 2026. Submissions must include required compliance, authorization, qualification, zone bid, and unit price forms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, compliance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Telecommunications outside plant services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposal Compliance Form (Attachment 2)
- Authorization to Release Information Form (Attachment 3)
- Bid Proposal Submittal Form (Attachment 4)
- Vendor Qualifications Response Form (Attachment 5)
- Zone Bid Form (Attachment 6)
- Unit Price Sheet (Attachment 7)
- Submit to
- Iowa Communications Network, ATTN: Sheri Stephens, Grimes State Office Building, 400 East 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319
- Scope location
- Des Moines, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Iowa Finance Authority?
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: Iowa Communications Network, ATTN: Sheri Stephens, Grimes State Office Building, 400 East 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319. For questions, contact Brian Clayton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Iowa Finance Authority 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 Brian Clayton at (515) 725-4616. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Telecommunications outside plant services. 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: "Price, compliance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Iowa Finance Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Iowa Finance Authority are tracked and searchable. As a state housing authority agency, Iowa Finance Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Proposal Compliance Form (Attachment 2), Authorization to Release Information Form (Attachment 3), Bid Proposal Submittal Form (Attachment 4), Vendor Qualifications Response Form (Attachment 5), Zone. Review the full document from Iowa Finance Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Des Moines, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.