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- 005-RFB-1617-2025
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- Iowa
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This is a Request for Bids (RFB) issued by the State of Iowa through Iowa IMPACS (Management of Procurement and Contracts System) for Sand Bags for Emergency Use, solicitation number 005-RFB-1617-2025. The bid is open from 3/17/2025 to 3/31/2025, with a contract term from 6/1/2025 to 5/31/2025. The state is seeking multiple types of sand bags, including 42x42x44 and 36x36x60 new bulk bags for sand, as well as polypropylene sand bags in varying quantities ranging from 1-500,000 bags. The bags must meet specific requirements such as being coated, sift-proof, with reinforced lifting loops, and having a minimum UVI rating of 1200 hours. The state has the option to renew the contract for up to five annual extensions and may award the contract to multiple bidders to provide coverage for the entire state.
The bid allows for different quantity ranges of sand bags, with specifications including 14" x 26" polypropylene bags with 50lb capacity, tie strings, and white coloration. The solicitation is structured to be non-exclusive, meaning multiple vendors may be selected. Payment terms are set at 60 days per Iowa Code, and the state prefers to use its Purchasing Card Program. The contract will be available to political subdivisions like cities, counties, schools, and nonprofit entities qualifying under I.R.S. § 501(c) provisions. Bidders must comply with various terms and conditions, including shipping (FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid) and potential confidentiality requirements.
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17 March 2025
Sand Bags for Emergency Use The State of Iowa is seeking bids for Sand Bags for Emergency Use
17 March 2025
Open 3/17/2025 1:00 PM CDT Type RFB - Request for Bids Close 3/31/2025 1:00 PM CDT Number 005-RFB-1617-2025 Currency US Dollar
Sealed Until 3/31/2025 1:00 PM CDT
Contacts Randy Bennett randy.bennett@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-322-1210
Commodity Codes Commodity Code Description 8555 Bags, Sand
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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).
Contract Term
The term of the contract will begin 6/01/2025 and end on 5/31/2025
The State of Iowa is seeking bidders to provide sand bags for emergency use. These emergency uses include but are not limited to flooding and natural disasters.
The Agency shall have the sole option to renew the contract upon the same or more favorable terms and conditions for up to five annual extensions. The resulting contract will be available to all State Agencies. This Solicitation may be awarded to multiple Bidders to provide coverage for the entire state.
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Prerequisites Required to Enter Bid
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1. Bidder shall read and make certifications of the their Bid.
2. Bidder shall read and authorize to release information for their Bid.
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Buyer Attachments There are no Buyer Attachments added to this event.
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Questions Required Questions
Group 1: Form of Bid
Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).
1.1 Enter the Bidder's contact name, telephone number, email address, and shipping address for questions regarding this solicitation.
1.2 Enter the Bidder's State or Foreign Country of Residence.
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 Bidder shall read, fill-out and upload the Terminations, Litigation and Debarment document.
1.5 Is the Bidder requesting confidential treatment of specific information?
1.6 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.
1.7 The State of Iowa requires shipping to be FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid. Does the Bidder agree to the terms?
Group 2: Terms and Conditions
Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).
2.1 Bidder shall read the RFB Definitions and enter a response.
2.2 Bidder shall read the Administrative Terms and enter a response.
2.3 Bidder shall read the Contract Terms & Conditions and enter a response.
2.4 Bidder shall read the Specification Terms and enter a response.
2.5 Bidder shall read the Terms and Conditions for GOODS and enter a response.
2.6 Bidder shall read the Federal Terms and Conditions and enter a response.
2.7 Bidder shall read the Insurance Requirements and enter a response.
2.8 Public Entities (Political Subdivisions) - The resulting Contract will be made available to Political Entities, i.e. cities, counties, and schools. Bidder shall enter a response.
2.9 Nonprofit Entities - The resulting Contract will be made available to nonprofit entities that qualify under I.R.S. § 501 (c) provisions. Bidder shall enter a response.
Group 3: Payment Terms
Instructions: Bidder shall read and answer the following questions. If you have exceptions to the Terms and Conditions, submit an question(s) in the Question and Answer Section with your exception(s).
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?
3.2 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.
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Product Line Items Product Line Items
1. Bid Specifications. Bidder must satisfy all the specifications to be deemed a Responsible Bidder # Item Name, Commodity Code, Description Allow
Alternates Qty. UOM Requested Delivery
P1 42x42x44 New Bulk Bags for Sand 1 BA - Bale
42x42x44 New Bulk Bags for Sand; coated, sift proof seams, 2500 lbs SWL, Duffle top, reinforced lifting loops, doc pouch.
P2 36x36x60 New Bulk Bags for Sand 1 BA - Bale
36x36x60 New Bulk Bags for Sand; coated, sift proof seams, 2500 lbs. SWL, Duffle top, reinforced lifting loops, doc pouch.
P3 Sand Bags 1-50,000 Bags 1 BA - Bale
Polypropylene, 14" X 26" 50lb. capacity, tie string attached for easy closing; minimum UVI rating of 1200 hours. Color: White 1-50,000 bags
P4 Sand Bags 51,000 - 100,0000 Bags 1 BA - Bale
51,000 - 100,0000 Bags
P5 Sand Bags 101,000 - 250, 000 Bags 1 BA - Bale
101,000 - 250, 000 Bags
P6 Sand Bags 250,001 - 500,000 Bags 1 BA - Bale
250,001 - 500,000 Bags
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Service Line Items Service Line Items
There are no Items added to this event.
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