RFB949700-01 - Notice to Bidders.pdf

This Notice to Bidders document issued by the State of Iowa, Department of Human Services, solicits competitive sealed bids for the Independent Mental Health Institute Warehouse Roof Replacement project under Request for Bid number RFB949700-01. The procurement seeks qualified contractors to provide complete roof replacement services for the warehouse facility at the Independent Mental Health Institute located at 2277 Iowa Avenue, Independence, Iowa 50644. The project involves removing the existing roof over the warehouse and canopy and replacing it with a new EPDM roof system. Sealed bids are due by April 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT, with bid opening scheduled for March 23, 2026, at 8:00 AM CDT. Bidders must submit a completed and signed Bid Form along with supporting project documentation including the Project Manual, architectural drawings, and detailed specifications. The primary contact for this procurement is Michael Bradbury at michael.bradbury@iowa.gov, telephone +1 515-823-9327.

Bid security or bonding equal to 5% of the total bid amount is required from all bidders. The procurement includes set-aside requirements under Iowa Code Chapter 73 mandating bidders provide Subcontractor Targeted Small Business Enterprise Pre-Bid Contract Information and encouraging utilization of certified State of Iowa Targeted Small Businesses in project execution. All bidders must certify compliance with non-discrimination clauses, equal opportunity provisions, and affirmative action requirements established under state and federal law. The specific project budget or award value is not explicitly stated in the available documentation; however, the 5% bid security requirement may provide indication of the anticipated project scope and value range. No incumbent vendor or existing contractor is identified in the procurement documents.