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Iowa Western Community College - IWCC Student Center Kitchen HVAC Replacement - IWCC-26-09 (2026)

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Due
Oct 6, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Sep 14, 2026
Primary contact
Diane Osbahr

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

Iowa Western Community College is seeking sealed bids for the IWCC Student Center Kitchen HVAC Replacement Project, Sealed Bid Number IWCC-26-09, ETI Project Number 2026-124. The work includes the replacement of four (4) makeup air units and six (6) grease exhaust fans at the Student Center located at 2500 College Road, Council Bluffs, IA 51503. Bids are due on or before October 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Purchasing Office, Room A144, 2700 College Road, Council Bluffs, IA 51503. A pre-bid conference will be held on September 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Student Center. Contractors must submit a 5% bid security in the form of a bid bond payable to Iowa Western Community College. Performance, payment, and maintenance bonds, as well as a certificate of insurance, are required for the project.

What you must deliver

Four (4) makeup air units and six (6) grease exhaust fans

How it's scored

Base bid sum, Alternate bids

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Summary

Iowa Western Community College is seeking sealed bids for the IWCC Student Center Kitchen HVAC Replacement Project, Sealed Bid Number IWCC-26-09, ETI Project Number 2026-124.

The work includes the replacement of four (4) makeup air units and six (6) grease exhaust fans at the Student Center located at 2500 College Road, Council Bluffs, IA 51503. Bids are due on or before October 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Purchasing Office, Room A144, 2700 College Road, Council Bluffs, IA 51503. A pre-bid conference will be held on September 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Student Center. Contractors must submit a 5% bid security in the form of a bid bond payable to Iowa Western Community College. Performance, payment, and maintenance bonds, as well as a certificate of insurance, are required for the project.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Base bid sum, Alternate bids

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

Four (4) makeup air units and six (6) grease exhaust fans

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

5
  • Bid bond
  • Contractor's Qualification Statement AIA Document A305
  • Certificate of Insurance AIA Document G705
  • Certificate from a surety company
  • Criminal background checks
Submit to
Purchasing Office, A144, IWCC 2700 College Road Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Scope location
Council Bluffs, IA

Questions about this BID

How do I respond to this Bid from Iowa Western Community College?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 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: Purchasing Office, A144, IWCC 2700 College Road Council Bluffs, IA 51503. For questions, contact Diane Osbahr.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?

Most government agencies, including Iowa Western Community College 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 Diane Osbahr. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Four (4) makeup air units and six (6) grease exhaust fans. 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: "Base bid sum, Alternate bids" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from Iowa Western Community College?

All active and historical solicitations from Iowa Western Community College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Iowa Western Community College 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 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, Contractor's Qualification Statement AIA Document A305, Certificate of Insurance AIA Document G705, Certificate from a surety company, criminal background checks. Review the full document from Iowa Western Community College 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.

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