RFB950500-01 - Notice to Bidders.pdf

This is a Notice to Bidders document issued by the State of Iowa for a Request for Bids (RFB 005-RFBCON-2577-2026) to replace the Sally Port Operator system at the Fort Dodge Correctional Facility. The project involves construction services related to security access equipment and systems and fence installation. Sealed bids must be submitted on the provided Bid Form and accompanied by bid security. The bid opening is scheduled for March 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST, with a bid closing deadline of March 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT. Project documents, including the project manual, drawings, notice to bidders, and bid form, are available as attachments to the solicitation. Michael Bradbury (michael.bradbury@iowa.gov or +1 515-823-9327) serves as the primary contact for inquiries regarding this procurement.

Bid security in the form of a bond equal to 5% of the total bid amount is required with each submission. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the available documentation. All bidders must comply with non-discrimination provisions and subcontractor targeted small business enterprise pre-bid contract requirements as detailed in the project manual. The State of Iowa encourages bidders to identify subcontracting opportunities with certified State of Iowa Targeted Small Businesses in accordance with Chapter 73 of the Code of Iowa. All affirmative action and equal opportunity provisions of State and Federal laws apply to this procurement. Interested bidders should contact Michael Bradbury for additional financial details, clarification on project scope, and estimated costs. The procurement is open to qualified construction contractors capable of meeting the specified technical and bonding requirements.