RFP953000-01 - Addendum #1.pdf

This is Addendum No. 1 to an RFP issued by the Iowa Department of Administrative Services for professional design services related to building envelope repairs and concrete floor rehabilitation at the Fort Dodge Correctional Facility. The project encompasses investigation and repair of pre-cast wall panel sealants for Unit L and assessment and remediation of a heaving concrete floor in the warehouse cooler facility. Deliverables include construction documents at 50%, 95%, and 100% completion stages due by July 10, August 7, and August 14, 2026, respectively, along with bidding assistance and construction phase services through project closeout by June 2027. The RFP required submission of proposals by May 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. through the Iowa IMPACS Electronic Procurement System, with an optional pre-proposal conference held on April 29, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Fort Dodge Correctional Facility. A minimum of five in-person site visits and two virtual visits are required, with additional visits available at negotiated rates. Contract execution is anticipated for the week of June 5, 2026, with construction scheduled from November 2026 through April 2027.

The addendum addresses questions raised during the pre-proposal meeting held on April 29, 2026, clarifying that the freezer cannot be emptied during construction due to insufficient space in the alternative facility, and that the construction budget remains subject to change pending design decisions. Proposals must be submitted as lump sum pricing inclusive of all reimbursable expenses broken into three categories: Construction Documents, Bidding or Negotiation Assistance, and Construction Phase services. Selected firms must employ a licensed engineer, landscape architect, or architect in compliance with Iowa Code Chapter 26 and maintain professional liability insurance of $2 million. The RFP documentation does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting responses to particular categories of organizations. Proposal terms remain firm for 120 days following the submission deadline, and the State of Iowa will retain copyright to all deliverables. Budget ranges or award values are not disclosed in the provided documentation.