State of Iowa Prescription Safety Eyewear & Related Products and Services Bid 005-RFB-2973-2027
Iowa Department of Natural Resources | State of IowaState · DesMoines, IA- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Carlos Fuentes
The 30-second brief
The State of Iowa is soliciting bids for a comprehensive prescription safety eyewear program, including lenses, frames, and dispensing services for state employees and incarcerated individuals. Bids are due by September 4, 2026.
Prescription safety eyewear, Lenses, Frames, Side-shields, Protective cases, Dispensing services, Quarterly sales reports
Quality, durability, workmanship, functionality, compatibility, appearance, compliance with specifications
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Summary
The State of Iowa is soliciting bids for a comprehensive prescription safety eyewear program, including lenses, frames, and dispensing services for state employees and incarcerated individuals. Bids are due by September 4, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Quality
- Durability
- Workmanship
- Functionality
- Compatibility
- Appearance
- Compliance with specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Prescription safety eyewear
- Lenses
- Frames
- Side-shields
- Protective cases
- Dispensing services
- Quarterly sales reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Form 22
- Terminations Litigation and Debarment document
- Warranty policies
- Order forms
- Sample instructions
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Iowa
- Reported agency
- State of Iowa
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Iowa Department of Natural Resources | State of Iowa?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 4, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Carlos Fuentes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Iowa Department of Natural Resources | 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 Carlos Fuentes. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Prescription safety eyewear, Lenses, Frames, Side-shields, Protective cases, Dispensing services, Quarterly sales reports. 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: "Quality, durability, workmanship, functionality, compatibility, appearance, compliance with specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Iowa Department of Natural Resources | State of Iowa?
All active and historical solicitations from Iowa Department of Natural Resources | State of Iowa are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Iowa Department of Natural Resources | State of Iowa regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Form 22, Terminations Litigation and Debarment document, Warranty policies, Order forms, Sample instructions. Review the full document from Iowa Department of Natural Resources | 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: Iowa. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.