DPS Fire Service Training Tower

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking bids for the construction of a Fire Service Training Tower located at 7105 NW 70th Avenue in Johnston, Iowa. The project involves two primary bid packages: Site Improvements (BP 01) and Electrical (BP 02), with a comprehensive scope of work that includes site preparation, utilities, concrete work, and electrical infrastructure for a four-story fire training simulator facility. Bidders must submit proposals through the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System by 2:00 pm on May 2, 2024, with a mandatory bid security of 5% of the total bid amount. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 22, 2024, at 1:00 pm online, and the bid opening will occur on May 2, 2024, via Google Meet and teleconference. Qualified bidders must be registered with the Iowa Labor Commissioner, comply with federal and state affirmative action and equal employment opportunity requirements, and adhere to the Iowa State Building Code. The project is scheduled to begin in May 2024 and is targeted for substantial completion by December 17, 2024.

The procurement encourages participation from Targeted Small Businesses in accordance with Chapter 73 of the Code of Iowa, with specific provisions for resident and non-resident bidders under Iowa Code 73A.21. Bidders must identify all subcontractors and suppliers within 48 hours of the bid submission deadline and provide documentation of their business status. The project is exempt from Iowa Sales Tax, and Davis-Bacon Wages will not apply. Bidding documents, including drawing sheets and the project manual prepared by OPN Architects, can be obtained from Rapids Reproduction starting April 12, 2024. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant capital investment for this specialized fire service training facility. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive irregularities in the best interest of the State of Iowa. Contractors will be required to provide performance and payment bonds, and the bid will remain valid for 30 calendar days after the receipt of bids.