Story County Conservation - Dakins Lake Cabin Construction - 2026
Story CountyCounty · Nevada, IA- Due
- Apr 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Monica Gibbs
- (515) 223-8104
The 30-second brief
Story County Conservation seeks bids for the construction of a new 960 square foot pre-manufactured dwelling cabin at the Dakins Lake campground north of Zearing, Iowa. The project scope includes site work, grading, utilities, surface improvements, exterior ramp and stairs, foundation, insulation, crawlspace, vinyl plank flooring, base boards, plumbing, fire sprinkler system, HVAC, electrical connections, and temporary crane pad. Bids are due by April 21, 2026, at 9:30 AM, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting on April 9, 2026 via Microsoft Teams. Bidders must provide a 5% bid security, performance and payment bonds, and comply with Iowa residency and sales tax exemption requirements.
960 square foot pre-manufactured dwelling, Site work including grading, Utilities, And surface improvements, Ramp and stairs on exterior of building, Foundation, Foundation insulation, And crawlspace, Installation of vinyl plank flooring and base boards, Plumbing, Fire sprinkler system, HVAC, And electrical connections, Temporary crane pad
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder
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Summary
Story County Conservation seeks bids for the construction of a new 960 square foot pre-manufactured dwelling cabin at the Dakins Lake campground north of Zearing, Iowa.
The project scope includes site work, grading, utilities, surface improvements, exterior ramp and stairs, foundation, insulation, crawlspace, vinyl plank flooring, base boards, plumbing, fire sprinkler system, HVAC, electrical connections, and temporary crane pad. Bids are due by April 21, 2026, at 9:30 AM, with a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting on April 9, 2026 via Microsoft Teams. Bidders must provide a 5% bid security, performance and payment bonds, and comply with Iowa residency and sales tax exemption requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
14- 960 square foot pre-manufactured dwelling
- Site work including grading
- Utilities
- Surface improvements
- Ramp and stairs on exterior of building
- Foundation
- Foundation insulation
- Crawlspace
- Installation of vinyl plank flooring and base boards
- Plumbing
- Fire sprinkler system
- HVAC
- Electrical connections
- Temporary crane pad
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Form
- Bid security
- Statement regarding residency status
- Performance bond
- Payment bond
- Out-of-State Contractor Bond
- Submit to
- Story County Administration Building, 900 6th Street, Auditor's Office, Second Floor, Nevada, IA 50201
- Scope location
- Zearing, IA
- Projected sq ft
- 960 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Story County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 21, 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: Story County Administration Building, 900 6th Street, Auditor's Office, Second Floor, Nevada, IA 50201. For questions, contact Monica Gibbs.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Story County 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 Monica Gibbs at (515) 223-8104. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 960 square foot pre-manufactured dwelling, Site work including grading, Utilities, And surface improvements, Ramp and stairs on exterior of building, Foundation, Foundation insulation, And crawlspace, Installation of vinyl plank flooring and base boards, Plumbing, Fire sprinkler system, HVAC, And el. 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: "Lowest responsible, responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Story County?
All active and historical solicitations from Story County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Story County 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 Form, Bid security, statement regarding residency status, performance bond, payment bond, Out-of-State Contractor Bond. Review the full document from Story County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Zearing, IA. The total projected area is 960 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.