005-RFB-1717-2025 - Lighting Goods Bid Form.xlsx

This is a Bid Form for Request for Bids (RFB) Number 005-RFB-1717-2025 issued by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) for the procurement of lighting goods. The bid solicitation seeks qualified vendors to supply a comprehensive range of light bulbs including incandescent, halogen, LED, and fluorescent types in various wattages, bases, and sizes to support operational needs across state facilities. The bidding period runs from July 31, 2025, at 10:30 AM CDT through August 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT. The proposed contract term extends from September 30, 2025, through September 29, 2026, with provisions for up to five annual extensions. The contract will be available to all state agencies, political subdivisions, and nonprofit entities qualifying under I.R.S. 501(c) provisions.

The Bid Form requires vendors to specify percentage discounts off Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for named lighting brands including Philips, GE, Sylvania, Feit Electric, Cree Lighting, TCP, Satco, Bulbrite, Signify, Eaton, Acuity Brands Lighting, and GE Current, with provisions for vendors to propose additional private label brands. All products must meet UL, CE, and Energy Star certifications with packaging clearly identifying bulb specifications. Shipment terms are Freight On Board (FOB) Destination, and vendors will be subject to a 1.00% administrative fee on all sales payable quarterly to Iowa DAS. Payment terms are established at 0% 0, Net 60, with preference for the Purchasing Card Program. Bidders proposing private label or additional brands must submit detailed product information for consideration through vendor attachments.