Iowa State University - Linden Residence Hall-North Retaining Wall-Repairs - CP1275129
Iowa State UniversityHigher Ed · Ames, IA- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Gary Reed
- (515) 369-4400
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Electronic bids for the construction of Linden Residence Hall-North Retaining Wall-Repairs (CP1275129) at Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, will be received by the Iowa Board of Regents via www.bidexpress.com until 2:01 p.m. local Iowa time on November 12, 2026. The project includes repairing and replacing segments of the retaining wall, replacing stairs on the north side of Linden Residence Hall, retaining wall footing and masonry replacement, site lighting, concrete stairs, sidewalk replacement, landscaping, and site drainage improvements. An accessible pedestrian and equipment access route will be provided to the plaza level. The estimated bid is $373,100.00. A prebid meeting is scheduled for October 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM via Microsoft Teams, and site tours will be held on October 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM and November 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the patio on the north side of Linden Hall, 218 Richardson Ct, Ames, IA 50013. Bid security of at least 5% of the bid is required.
Price
SUMMARY
Electronic bids for the construction of Linden Residence Hall-North Retaining Wall-Repairs (CP1275129) at Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, will be received by the Iowa Board of Regents via www.bidexpress.com until 2:01 p.m. local Iowa time on November 12, 2026.
The project includes repairing and replacing segments of the retaining wall, replacing stairs on the north side of Linden Residence Hall, retaining wall footing and masonry replacement, site lighting, concrete stairs, sidewalk replacement, landscaping, and site drainage improvements. An accessible pedestrian and equipment access route will be provided to the plaza level. The estimated bid is $373,100.00. A prebid meeting is scheduled for October 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM via Microsoft Teams, and site tours will be held on October 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM and November 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the patio on the north side of Linden Hall, 218 Richardson Ct, Ames, IA 50013. Bid security of at least 5% of the bid is required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid Bond
- Iowa Board of Regents Equal Employment Opportunity Data Reporting Form
- Certificate of Reporting
- Targeted Small Business Form
- Submit to
- https://www.bidexpress.com
- Scope location
- Ames, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Iowa State University?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidexpress.com. For questions, contact Gary Reed.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Iowa State University 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?
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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" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Iowa State University?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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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: Bid Bond, Iowa Board of Regents Equal Employment Opportunity Data Reporting Form, Certificate of Reporting, Targeted Small Business Form. Review the full document from Iowa State University for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ames, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.