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This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) event file from the Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) for professional design services related to the Woodward Resource Center. The project involves the design and replacement of approximately 88 operable exterior bay windows across the Linden A, B, C, and D buildings, including evaluation and design for storm windows, screens, and lintel repair or replacement. The RFP (RFP953500-01) opened on March 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Daylight Time, with proposals due April 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 2, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the Woodward Resource Center in Woodward, Iowa. The designer must deliver 50% construction documents by May 29, 2026, 95% construction documents by June 26, 2026, and 100% construction documents by July 10, 2026. The designer contract is expected to execute the week of April 20, 2026, with design kickoff the week of April 27, 2026. Mandatory site visits are required for design kickoff, 50% and 95% document reviews, pre-bid meeting, four construction field observations, substantial completion/punch list development, final completion verification, and a one-year warranty correction period visit. Construction bidding is anticipated in August 2026, with construction execution from September 2026 through June 2027, and project closeout in July 2027.

Proposals must include lump sum pricing inclusive of all reimbursable expenses, hourly rates and anticipated hours by position for all staff and sub-consultants, and unit pricing for additional construction inspection visits beyond the minimum required. Payment terms are Net 60 with 0% interest. Proposers must demonstrate relevant experience on similar projects completed within the last five years, identify qualified staff with appropriate credentials and certifications, and provide organizational charts and resumes of key personnel. Respondents cannot submit a bid on the resulting construction contract. The RFP does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions based on disadvantaged enterprise status. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified. All design documents become copyright property of the State of Iowa and must be delivered in native computer format and PDF versions. The contract will be structured as a modified ConsensusDoc 803, with proposal terms remaining firm for 120 days. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the available procurement documents. The contact for this opportunity is Michael Bradbury at michael.bradbury@iowa.gov or +1 515-823-9327.