DOC CCF Kitchen & Laundry Addition

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is soliciting bids for the Clarinda Correctional Facility (CCF) Kitchen & Laundry Addition project, a comprehensive construction initiative located at 2000 N. 16th St. in Clarinda, Iowa. The procurement encompasses eight distinct bid packages, including general construction, precast, roofing, food service, fire suppression, plumbing and HVAC, electrical, and civil work. The project involves constructing an 18,600-square-foot facility with a new kitchen and laundry addition, connecting to the existing correctional facility through a circulation hallway. Bids are due on January 19, 2023, at 2:00 pm through the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System, with an optional pre-bid meeting having been held on December 13, 2022. Bidders are required to submit a bid security of 5% of their total bid amount, which can be presented as a bid bond, cashier's check, or certified check. The project has a defined timeline, with construction anticipated to begin in March 2023 and conclude by May 2024, with project closeout expected in June 2024. Bidders must provide specific documentation, including contractor registration numbers, tax identification numbers, and resident/non-resident bidder status.

The procurement includes provisions for targeted small business enterprise participation and mandates compliance with Federal and State Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity requirements. Contractors must be registered with the Iowa Labor Commissioner and adhere to non-discrimination guidelines. The project is exempt from Iowa sales tax, and Davis-Bacon wages will not apply. Two alternate bid options are available: one for laundry equipment opening surrounds and another for bakery equipment supply and installation. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project involves multiple engineering and architectural firms, including Farnsworth Group (architect), Bishop Engineering, KPFF Consulting Engineers, IMEG, and Rippe Associates. The bid allows for individual package submissions or combined bid packages, providing flexibility for potential contractors. Although a precise budget is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project—spanning mechanical systems, construction, and specialized equipment installations—suggests a significant infrastructure investment by the State of Iowa.