005-RFB-2349-2026 Active Treat Response Modular Training System.pdf
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- Polk County, Des Moines City, Iowa
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This is a Request for Bids (RFB) issued by the Iowa Department of Public Safety through the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) for an Active Threat Response Modular Training System. The procurement seeks a configurable modular wall system designed to simulate real-world law enforcement training scenarios, with approximately 200 wall panels featuring operational doors and windows constructed to withstand forcible breaching. The RFB released on December 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST with a proposal due date of January 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. Vendor questions may be submitted through December 22, 2025. Technical specifications require panels not exceeding 75 pounds with built-in carry handles, tool-free assembly capability, weatherproof construction, modular design resistant to repeated handgun and rifle cartridge impacts, panel heights between 6.5 and 8 feet, seamless connections without visible gaps, and the ability to function on uneven terrain. The contract will be issued as a purchase order with a single delivery to the Iowa Department of Public Safety in Des Moines, FOB Destination Freight Prepaid. Optional components include user training and furniture packages to create realistic training environments.
Pricing is structured with payment terms of Net 60 days per Iowa Code 8A.514, with bidders permitted to offer discounts for 30-day payment and encouraged to accept the State's Purchasing Card Program. No specific budget amount or estimated contract value is disclosed in the solicitation. Bidders must submit three customer references, complete a Terminations, Litigation and Debarment document, and certify compliance with Iowa sales tax registration and remittance requirements. Bidders must also certify independence, non-debarment status, and authorization for reference verification. No set-aside provisions, incumbent vendor information, or enterprise preferences are indicated. Five potential vendors have been invited to bid: Kontek, Mobile Police Training Structures, Range Systems, Trango Systems, and Unhinged USA. The evaluation will be conducted by a sealed bid process with no alternate items permitted.
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Event Summary - Active Threat Response Modular Training System Type RFB - Request for Bids Number 005-RFB-2349-2026 Organization DASIowa Currency US Dollar
Event Status Draft Department Administrative Services -
DAS
Exported on 12/8/2025 Exported by Paul Manges Estimated Value - Payment Terms 0% 0, Net 60
Bid and Evaluation Respond by Proxy Disallow Use Panel Questionnaire No Sealed Bid Yes Auto Score No Cost Analysis No Alternate Items No
Visibility and Communication Visible to Public Yes Enter a short description for this public event Active Threat Response Modular Training System with Movable Walls
Commodity Codes Commodity Code Description 68049 *Firearms Training Simulators 34087 Training Equipment and Supplies, Fire and Safety 68067 Police Training and Instructional Aids: Wall Charts, etc.
Event Dates Time Zone CDT/CST - Central Standard Time (US/Central) Released - Open 12/10/2025 2:00 PM CST Close 1/10/2026 2:00 PM CST Sealed Until 1/10/2026 2:00 PM Show Sealed Bid Open Date to Vendor Q&A Close 12/22/2025 2:00 PM CST
Event Users Event Creator
Paul Manges paul.manges@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-330-7325
Event Owners
Phone +1 515-330-7325
Lara Hicok lara.hicok@iowa.gov
Jocelyn Brincks jocelyn.brincks1@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-499-3659
Cassie Dewey cassie.dewey@iowa.gov
Tami Skadeland tami.skadeland@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-281-4774 mailto:paul.manges@iowa.gov mailto:paul.manges@iowa.gov mailto: -mailto:lara.hicok@iowa.gov mailto:jocelyn.brincks1@iowa.gov mailto:cassie.dewey@iowa.gov mailto:tami.skadeland@iowa.gov
Katherine Daugherty katherine.daugherty@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-823-9083
Michael Bradbury michael.bradbury@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-823-9327 Michelle Muir michelle.muir@hhs.iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-310-1156
Marie Agey marie.agey@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-321-9529 Paul Manges paul.manges@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-330-7325
Rachel Friedlander Rachel.Friedlander@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-724-3700 Randy Bennett randy.bennett@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-322-1210
Rick Tucker rick.tucker@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-360-9912 Carlos Fuentes carlos.fuentes1@iowa.gov
Kyle Wear kyle.wear@iowa.gov
Craig Trotter craig.trotter@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-322-8593
Katelyn Howells katelyn.howells@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-721-7856
Contacts
Phone +1 515-330-7325
Stakeholders
Rachel Friedlander Rachel.Friedlander@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-724-3700
Marie Agey marie.agey@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-321-9529 Mariah Fucaloro mariah.fucaloro@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-725-2243
Cassie Dewey cassie.dewey@iowa.gov
Craig Trotter craig.trotter@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-322-8593 mailto:katherine.daugherty@iowa.gov mailto:michael.bradbury@iowa.gov mailto:michelle.muir@hhs.iowa.gov mailto:marie.agey@iowa.gov mailto:paul.manges@iowa.gov mailto:Rachel.Friedlander@iowa.gov mailto:randy.bennett@iowa.gov mailto:rick.tucker@iowa.gov mailto:carlos.fuentes1@iowa.gov mailto:kyle.wear@iowa.gov mailto:craig.trotter@iowa.gov mailto:katelyn.howells@iowa.gov mailto:paul.manges@iowa.gov mailto:Rachel.Friedlander@iowa.gov mailto:marie.agey@iowa.gov mailto:mariah.fucaloro@iowa.gov mailto:cassie.dewey@iowa.gov mailto:craig.trotter@iowa.gov
The purpose of this Request for Bids (RFB) is to solicit bids from qualified providers to provide the goods and/or services described further in this RFB to the Lead Agency and any Participating Agencies. The Lead Agency intends to award a contract(s) beginning and ending on the dates listed in the solicitation, and the Lead Agency may extend the contract(s) for up to the number of annual extensions identified in the solicitation at the sole discretion of the Lead Agency. Any contract(s) resulting from the RFB shall not be an exclusive contract.
This RFB is designed to provide Bidders with the information necessary for the preparation of competitive Bids. The RFB process is for the Lead Agency’s and Participating Agencies’ benefit and is intended to provide the Lead Agency with competitive information to assist in the selection process. It is not intended to be comprehensive. Each Bidder is responsible for determining all factors necessary for the submission of a comprehensive Bid.
It is advised to "Save Progress" often and especially after uploading documents.
NOTE: Anytime the Bidder opens their bid after the initial submission, they MUST certify and resubmit. No information will be lost from the initial submission.
NOTE: Bidder must approve and resubmit their bid after an amendment has been posted by the Issuing Officer. If the bid was submitted before the amendment, all information will be saved. The Bidder only needs to read and acknowledge the amendment.
Instructions for Amendments: Answer the newly posted question in the Questions Section, and CERTIFY and SUBMIT your bid again (if previously submitted).
The Iowa Depart of Public Safety is requesting bids for an Active Threat Response Modular Training System. The system must be durable and versatile to better simulate real-world situations and offer flexibility in different training scenarios.
Specifications:
• Lightweight – preferably not to exceed 75 pounds per panel with carry handles built in.
• Tool-free assembly- the panels shall be able to be connected and secured without bolts and tools.
• Adjustable to various terrains – the panels shall be able to be connected on uneven surfaces.
• Weatherproof – the panels shall be able to withstand the challenging weather conditions without impacting the integrity of the material.
• Doors/Windows – the bid shall include approximately 200 panels with operational doors and windows. The doors/windows should also be constructed to withstand forcible breaching with commercial grade hardware. Please specify quantities of doors and windows in the bid.
• The mounting/connecting hardware shall not allow a visible gap between the panels which would allow an unrealistic training setting, allowing students to see into the area they are clearing.
• Durable – the panels shall be constructed of material that is highly modular but strong enough to allow for repeated marking cartridge impacts from handgun and rifle platforms. The clean-up of such impacts is easily accomplished with a clean cloth.
• Height – the height of the wall panels shall not be less than 6.5 feet, (78 inches) and no more than 8 feet, (96 inches).
The result of this bid will be a purchase order.
Description
Prerequisites Required to Enter Bid
1 Instructions To Vendor :
Bidder shall read and make certifications of the their Bid.
Certification Bidder certifies that they have read and agree to the terms.
Vendor Must Also Upload a File:
No Prerequisite Content:
Bidder certifies that the contents of this Bid submitted are true and accurate. Bidder also certifies that Bidder has not knowingly made any false statements in its Bid.
Certification of Independence
I certify that I am a representative of Bidder expressly authorized to make the following certifications on behalf of Bidder. By submitting a Bid in response to the RFB, I certify on behalf of the Bidder the following:
1. The Bid has been developed independently, without consultation, communication or agreement with any employee or consultant to the Agency or with any person serving as a member of the evaluation committee.
2. The Bid has been developed independently, without consultation, communication or agreement with any other Bidder or parties for the purpose of restricting competition.
3. Unless otherwise required by law, the information found in the Bid has not been and will not be knowingly disclosed, directly or indirectly prior to Agency’s issuance of the Notice of Intent to Award the contract.
4. No attempt has been made or will be made by Bidder to induce any other Bidder to submit or not to submit a Bid for the purpose of restricting competition.
5. No relationship exists or will exist during the contract period between Bidder and the Agency or any other State agency that interferes with fair competition or constitutes a conflict of interest.
Certification Regarding Debarment
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, neither Bidder nor any of its principals: (a) are presently or have been debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by a Federal Agency or State Agency; (b) have within a five year period preceding this Bid been convicted of, or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud, a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public (federal, state, or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction, violation of antitrust statutes;
commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property; (c) are presently indicted for or criminally or civilly charged by a government entity (federal, state, or local) with the commission of any of the offenses enumerated in (b) of this certification; and (d) have not within a three year period preceding this Bid had one or more public transactions (federal, state, or local) terminated for cause.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which the Agency has relied upon when this transaction was entered into. If it is later determined that Bidder knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available, the Agency may pursue available remedies including suspension, debarment, or termination of the contract.
Certification Regarding Registration, Collection, and Remission of Sales and Use Tax
Pursuant to Iowa Code sections 423.2(10) and 423.5(8) (2013) a retailer in Iowa or a retailer maintaining a business in Iowa that enters into a contract with a state agency must register, collect, and remit Iowa sales tax and Iowa use tax levied under Iowa Code chapter 423 on all sales of tangible personal property and enumerated services. The Act also requires Bidders to certify their compliance with sales tax registration, collection, and remission requirements and provides potential consequences if the certification is false or fraudulent.
By submitting a Bid in response to the (RFB), the Bidder certifies the following:
• Bidder is registered with the Iowa Department of Revenue, collects, and remits Iowa sales and use taxes as required by Iowa Code chapter
423; OR
• Bidder is not a “retailer” or a “retailer maintaining a place of business in this state” as those terms are defined in Iowa Code subsections 423.1(47) and (48).
Bidder also acknowledges that the Agency may declare the Bidder’s Bid or resulting contract void if the above certification is false. The Bidder also understands that fraudulent certification may result in the Agency or its representative filing for damages for breach of contract in additional to other remedies available to Agency.
2 Instructions To Vendor :
Bidder shall read and authorize to release information for their Bid.
Certification Bidder certifies that they have read and agree to the Authorization to Release Information.
Vendor Must Also Upload a File:
No Prerequisite Content:
Bidder hereby authorizes the Iowa Department of Administrative Services ("Agency") or a member of the Evaluation Committee to obtain information regarding its performance on other contracts, agreements or other business arrangements, its business reputation, and any other matter pertinent to evaluation and the selection of a successful Bidder in response to this Request for Bids
(RFB).
The Bidder acknowledges that it may not agree with the information and opinions given by such person or entity in response to a reference request. The Bidder acknowledges that the information and opinions given by such person or entity may hurt its chances to receive contract awards from the State or may otherwise hurt its reputation or operations. The Bidder is willing to take that risk.
The Bidder hereby releases, acquits and forever discharges the State of Iowa, the Agency, their officers, directors, employees and agents from any and all liability whatsoever, including all claims, demands and causes of action of every nature and kind affecting the undersigned that it may have or ever claim to have relating to information, data, opinions, and references obtained by the Agency or the Evaluation Committee in the evaluation and selection of a successful Bidder in response to the RFB.
The Bidder authorizes representatives of the Agency to contact any and all of the persons, entities, and references which are, directly or indirectly, listed, submitted, or referenced in the Respondent's Bid submitted in response to RFB.
The Bidder further authorizes any and all persons, and entities to provide information, data, and opinions with regard to its performance under any contract, agreement, or other business arrangement, its ability to perform, business reputation, and any other matter pertinent to the evaluation of the Bidder’s Bid. The Bidder hereby releases, acquits and forever discharges any such person or entity and their officers, directors, employees and agents from any and all liability whatsoever, including all claims, demands and causes of action of every nature and kind affecting the Bidder that it may have or ever claim to have relating to information, data, opinions, and references supplied to the Agency in the evaluation and selection of a successful Bidder in response to RFB.
Buyer Attachments Threat Response System specifications 12.4.25.docx
Threat Response System specifications 12.4.25.docx
../Attachments/Threat Response System specifications 12.4.25.docx
Questions Vendor Response Is Required
Page1 Group 1: Form of Bid
1.1 Enter the Bidder's contact name, telephone number, email address, and shipping address for questions regarding this solicitation.
Text (Multi-Line)
1.2 Enter the Bidder's State or Foreign Country of Residence.
Text (Single Line)
1.3 Bidder shall enter the Resident Preference given by the State or Foreign Country of the Bidder’s residence. Enter the resident preference in the text box or indicate "no preference".
1.4 Enter the number of years the Bidder has been in business in the text box.
Numeric Text Box
1.5 Enter the number of years of experience the Bidder has with providing the types of goods and/or services sought by the solicitation.
1.6
The Bidder shall provide references from three (3) previous customers or clients knowledgeable of the Bidder’s performance in providing goods and/or services similar to the goods and/or services described in this solicitation. Enter a contact person, telephone number and email address for each reference. Fill out the text box. If the Bidder wants to upload reference letters to the Vendor Attachments Section, enter "see attached" in the text box.
Text (Multi-Line)
1.7 Bidder shall read, fill-out and upload the Terminations, Litigation and Debarment document.
File Upload Terminations, Litigation and Debarment Document -
1.8 Is the Bidder requesting confidential treatment of specific information?
Yes/No
1.9 A Bidder requesting confidential treatment of specific information shall fully complete the form attached. In the Items Section, mark each good or service upon which the Bidder believes confidential information appears.
File Upload Form 22 - ../Attachments/QuestionAttachments/Form 22 -11.22.pdf
1.10 The State of Iowa requires shipping to be FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid. Does the Bidder agree to the terms?
Dropdown List (Pick One)
Bidder agrees Bidder does NOT accept the Terms & Conditions (submit exceptions question)
Group 2: Terms and Conditions
2.1 Bidder shall read the RFB Definitions and enter a response.
Dropdown List (Pick One)
Bidder agrees Bidder does NOT agree to the Definitions (submit exceptions question)
Definitions - ../Attachments/QuestionAttachments/RFB - Definitions.pdf
2.2 Bidder shall read the Administrative Terms and enter a response.
Dropdown List (Pick One)
Bidder agrees Bidder does NOT accept the Terms & Conditions (submit Exceptions question)
Administrative Terms - ../Attachments/QuestionAttachments/Administrative Terms 11.22.pdf
2.3 Bidder shall read the Contract Terms & Conditions and enter a response.
Bidder agrees Bidder does NOT accept the Terms & Conditions (submit exceptions question)
Contract Terms & Conditions - ../Attachments/QuestionAttachments/Contract Terms and Conditions
2.4 Bidder shall read the Specification Terms and enter a response.
Bidder agrees
Specifications - ../Attachments/QuestionAttachments/Specifications 11.22.pdf
2.5 Bidder shall read the Terms and Conditions for GOODS and enter a response.
Bidder agrees Bidder does NOT accept the Terms & Conditions (submit exceptions question)
Terms and Conditions for GOODS - ../Attachments/QuestionAttachments/GOODS Terms and Conditions Group 3: Payment Terms
3.1 Payment Terms - Per Iowa Code § 8A.514 the State of Iowa is allowed sixty (60) days to pay an invoice submitted by a Bidder. Does the Bidder agree to the terms?
Dropdown List (Pick One)
Bidder agrees
3.2 What discount will the Bidder give for payment in 30 days? Enter the discount in the text box.
If none, enter zero.
Numeric Text Box
3.3 Terms of Pcard Acceptance - The State of Iowa prefers to pay Bidders using its Purchasing Card Program (Pcard) whenever possible. Bidders accepting Pcard payments shall comply with the Terms of Pcard Acceptance.
Dropdown List (Pick One)
Bidder agrees Bidder does NOT accept the Terms & Conditions (submit exceptions question)
P-Card Acceptance - ../Attachments/QuestionAttachments/Terms of Pcard Acceptance 11.22.pdf Group 4: Requirements
4.1 Panels shall not exceed 75 pounds
4.2 Panels shall be able to be connected and secured without additional tools or hardware.
4.3 Panels shall be able to be connected on uneven surfaces.
4.4 Panels shall be able to withstand challenging weather conditions without impacting the integrity of the material.
4.5 The bid shall include panels with operational doors and windows. The doors and windows shall be constructed to withstand forcible breaching and include commercial grade hardware.
The quantity of doors and windows shall be described in the bid.
4.6 The walls, when connected, shall not have a visible gap between the panels to allow an unrealistic training setting by allowing students to see inside the area they are clearing.
4.7 The panels shall be constructed of a material that is highly modular but strong enough to withstand repeated marking cartridge impacts from handgun and rifle platforms.
4.8 Panels shall be at least 6.5 feet (78 inches) tall, and no more than 8 feet, (96 inches) tall.
4.9 System Warranty information is included with the bid.
4.10 Optional User Training Available?
4.11 Optional Furniture available to create real world scenarios?
Product Line Items Required Product Line Items
Group P1: Bid Specifications. Bidder must satisfy all the specifications to be deemed a Responsible Bidder
# Item Name, Commodity Code, Description Qty. UOM Target Price Allow
Alternates Requested Delivery
P1.1 Active Threat Response Training System
1 EA - Each - -
68049 - *Firearms Training Simulators / Modular system that is configurable to various environments used to train law enforcement teams in real world emergency scenarios.
P1.2 Optional User Training 1 EA - Each - -
68049 - *Firearms Training Simulators / Optional user training for equipment set-up if requested by the agency. If there is no additional cost, please enter zero.
P1.3 Optional Furniture 1 EA - Each - - Optional furniture package to create realistic training environments.
Service Line Items There are no Items added to this event.
Price Components There are no Price Components added to this event.
Vendors Kontek Progress Invitation Unaccepted info@kontekindustries.com
Mobile Police Training Structures scott@mptstructures.com
Range Systems sales@range-systems.com
Trango Systems eric@trango-sys.com
Unhinged USA bmartin@unhingedusa.com mailto:info@kontekindustries.com mailto:scott@mptstructures.com mailto:sales@range-systems.com mailto:eric@trango-sys.com mailto:bmartin@unhingedusa.com
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