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26CRDFBKHAWK-0002 - Aquaculture Chiller The Iowa Department of Natural Resources seeks a turn-key aquaculture chiller solution for the Spirit Lake Fish Hatchery.

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Open 2/2/2026 2:00 PM CST Type DNR - Request for Proposal Close 2/18/2026 2:00 PM CST Number 26CRDFBKHAWK-0002 Currency US Dollar

Sealed Until 2/18/2026 2:00 PM CST

Contacts Colton Lullmann colton.lullmann@dnr.iowa.gov

Commodity Codes None Added

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Objective: The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) seeks to contract with a qualified aquaculture engineering firm to provide a comprehensive, turn-key equipment and design solution for the Spirit Lake Fish Hatchery (SLFH). The successful Respondent shall specify and provide a commercial-grade aquaculture chiller unit specifically tailored to the unique hydraulic parameters and water volume of the Musky Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS). Beyond equipment procurement, the firm must develop detailed professional engineering plans for the seamless integration of the chiller unit into the existing Musky RAS infrastructure. Furthermore, the selected firm will provide expert technical guidance, design-level oversight, and coordination with the third-party installation contractor to ensure the system is installed according to professional standards. This partnership extends into the first year of operation, requiring the firm to deliver comprehensive operational support, specialized expertise, and on-call troubleshooting to ensure long-term system performance and fish health.

Background information: The Spirit Lake Fish Hatchery (SLFH), operated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR), supports fisheries management and conservation efforts through the production of hatchery-reared fish for stocking and research purposes. As part of these efforts, SLFH operates a Muskellunge Recirculating Aquaculture System (Musky RAS) designed to provide controlled rearing conditions necessary for fish health, growth, and survival.

The Musky RAS comprises several critical components, including a TM3-EV23 drum filter, an 1.6 M3 vertical MBBR biofilter, a 24" x 24" x 60" degassing tower, and a 24" diameter oxygen cone. The system supports a water volume ranging from a minimum of 5,900 liters (1,558 gallons) to a maximum of 19,250 liters (5,085 gallons). It utilizes city water as its primary source.

Maintaining stable and precise water temperatures is critical to the successful operation of the Musky RAS, particularly to support seasonal production needs and changing biological requirements throughout the rearing cycle. The existing system requires an upgraded or dedicated aquaculture chiller to improve temperature control, system efficiency, and operational reliability.

Internet website where contract terms and conditions are posted: http://www.iowadnr.gov/InsideDNR/RFPBidLettings.aspx

It is advised to "Save Progress" often and especially after uploading documents.

NOTE: Anytime the Respondent opens their bid after the initial submission, they MUST certify and resubmit. No information will be lost from the initial submission.

NOTE: Respondent must approve and resubmit their Proposal after an amendment has been posted by the Issuing Officer. If the Proposal was submitted before the amendment, all information will be saved. The Respondent 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 proposal again (if previously submitted).

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Prerequisites Required to Enter Bid

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1. Respondent shall read and make certifications of their Proposal.

2. Respondent shall read and authorize to release information for their Proposal.

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Buyer Attachments

1. 26CRDFBKHAWK-0002 - IMPACS Project Invitation & Registration.pdf

2. 26CRDFBKHAWK-0002 - RFP FOR IMPACS.pdf

3. 26CRDFBKHAWK-0002 - COST PROPOSAL.pdf

4. RFP Exceptions Form.pdf

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Questions Required Questions

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Instructions:

1.1 Confidential Treatment of Information - Is Respondent requesting confidential treatment of specific information?

1.2

A Respondent requesting confidential treatment of specific information shall: (1) fully complete and sign Part 2 of Form 22, (2) conspicuously mark the outside of its Proposal as containing confidential information, (3) mark each page upon which the Respondent believes confidential information appears and CLEARLY IDENTIFY EACH ITEM for which confidential treatment is requested; MARKING A PAGE IN THE PAGE MARGIN IS NOT SUFFICIENT IDENTIFICATION, and (4) submit a “Public Copy” from which the confidential information has been excised.

1.3

If a Respondent takes exception to a provision, it must state the reason for the exception using the attached "Exceptions Form" and the specific contract language it proposes to include in place of the provision. Exceptions that materially change these terms or the requirements of the solicitation may be deemed non-responsive by the State, in its sole discretion, resulting in possible disqualification of the Bid. The Agency reserves the right to either award a Contract(s) without further negotiation with the successful Respondent or to negotiate contract terms with the selected Respondent if the best interests of the Agency would be served.

1.4 Respondent must attach separate Technical Proposal file.

1.5 Respondent must attach separate Cost Proposal file.

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