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- 005-RFB-2349-2026
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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 for an Active Threat Response Modular Training System with movable walls. The solicitation seeks bids for a configurable modular training system designed to simulate real-world emergency scenarios for law enforcement teams. The system must include approximately 200 wall panels with operational doors and windows, along with optional user training and furniture packages. The RFB opened on December 10, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with bids due by January 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. No bidders meeting or site visit is referenced in the documentation. Award and contract commencement dates are not specified in the solicitation. The contract will be issued as a purchase order with no stated renewal or extension options mentioned, though the document notes the Lead Agency may extend contracts at its sole discretion.
The pricing structure requires FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid shipping to the Iowa Department of Public Safety in Des Moines, Iowa. Payment terms are Net 60 days per Iowa Code 8A.514, with bidders offered the option to provide a discount for payment within 30 days. The State of Iowa prefers payment via its Purchasing Card Program (Pcard). The RFB specifies detailed technical requirements including panels not exceeding 75 pounds with built-in carry handles, tool-free assembly, weatherproof construction, and durability sufficient to withstand repeated marking cartridge impacts from handgun and rifle platforms. All panels must measure between 6.5 and 8 feet in height and connect without visible gaps. Bidders must provide three customer references, complete a Terminations, Litigation and Debarment document, and answer compliance questions regarding residency preferences, years in business, and relevant experience. No incumbent information or set-asides are identified in the solicitation.
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10 December 2025
Active Threat Response Modular Training System Active Threat Response Modular Training System with Movable Walls
10 December 2025
Open 12/10/2025 2:00 PM CST Type RFB - Request for Bids Close 1/10/2026 2:00 PM CST Number 005-RFB-2349-2026 Currency US Dollar
Sealed Until 1/10/2026 2:00 PM CST
Payment Terms 0% 0, Net 60
10 December 2025
Contacts Paul Manges paul.manges@iowa.gov
Phone +1 515-330-7325
10 December 2025
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.
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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).
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.
The delivery address for this equipmment will be:
Iowa Department of Public Safety
30 NE 48th Place
Des Moines, IA 50313
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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
1. Threat Response System specifications 12.4.25.docx
2. 005-RFB-2349-2026 Active Treat Response Modular Training System.pdf
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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 Enter the number of years the Bidder has been in business in the 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.
1.7 Bidder shall read, fill-out and upload the Terminations, Litigation and Debarment document.
1.8 Is the Bidder requesting confidential treatment of specific information?
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.
1.10 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.
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 What discount will the Bidder give for payment in 30 days? Enter the discount in the text box. If none, enter zero.
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.
Group 4: Requirements
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).
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.
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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?
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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 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.
P2 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.
P3 Optional Furniture 1 EA - Each
Optional furniture package to create realistic training environments.
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Service Line Items Service Line Items
There are no Items added to this event.
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