Aluminum sheets

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of aluminum sheets by the Iowa Prison Industries (IPI) on behalf of Jones County, Iowa. IPI is seeking to acquire aluminum sheets in various sizes and thicknesses that meet the specifications of ASTM B-209, including alloy 5052-H38 or 6061-T6 with a golden discoloration from an alodized chemical conversion treatment. The aluminum sheets must be able to meet Iowa DOT and Minnesota DOT requirements. Bidders are required to submit one copy of their bid by the due date of October 19, 2023, and the anticipated contract award date is October 23, 2023. The evaluation criteria include quality, delivery, price, and payment terms, and the contract resulting from this RFB will not be an exclusive contract.

The RFB indicates a preference for products and provisions grown and produced within the State of Iowa, and tied responses will be decided in favor of Iowa products and Iowa-based businesses. No set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond are provided, and no information is given regarding incumbent vendors or current contractors, existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration, or possible award values or budget ranges.