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This file is a Microsoft Teams Meeting notice related to a bid opening for the Iowa Department of Administrative Services regarding the replacement of Elevator F at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute in Cherokee, Iowa. The project involves complete demolition and replacement of an existing 4-stop hydraulic elevator in the Main Building's Four Corners area, including new hoisting mechanisms, doors, control systems, interior finishes, and integration with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm systems. The scope encompasses sump pump installation, refrigeration system installation with a minimum five-year warranty, a new 200-amp 3-phase electrical panel, emergency lighting with automatic recall functionality, fire-rated wall penetrations, and two-way communications cabling. Bids are due September 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. through the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System, with an optional pre-bid meeting scheduled for September 11, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the facility. The bid opening will occur at 3:00 p.m. on September 29, 2026 via Microsoft Teams. Construction is anticipated to commence in October 2026 with substantial completion targeted for August 24, 2027, and the Notice of Intent to Award is anticipated for September 30, 2026.

The project is structured into four bid packages: General Construction (BP 01), Elevator Equipment (BP 02) with an alternate for hydraulic jack replacement and unit pricing for elevator operation lockout services, Mechanical and Plumbing (BP 03), and Electrical and Low Voltage (BP 04), with a $20,000 allowance for elevator operation and lockout services included in BP 02. Bid security of 5% of the total bid amount is required. All work must comply with the 2024 International Building Code, 2024 International Fire Code, 2024 International Existing Building Code, 2012 International Energy Conservation Code, 2012 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, and 2010 ADA Standards. Bidders must be registered with the Iowa Labor Commissioner and provide their Iowa Contractor Registration Number and Federal Tax Identification Number. Davis-Bacon Wage requirements do not apply. Questions and substitution requests are due September 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and all bids remain valid for 30 calendar days following the bid due date. Contact Katelyn Howells, Issuing Officer, at 515-721-7856 or construction.procurement@iowa.gov for additional information.