Dump Truck Box Tarp

The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) is soliciting a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a Dump Truck Box Tarp, identified by solicitation number 645-RFQ-1946-2026, with a specific procurement focus on Warren County. The procurement seeks the acquisition of one dump truck box tarp to be delivered F.O.B. Destination, with comprehensive evaluation criteria that extend beyond simple cost considerations. Bidders will be assessed on mandatory requirements, proposed staffing, time schedule, past work performance, and overall work capacity. The bid opening is scheduled for July 18, 2025, at 1:00 PM CDT, with a closing date of July 30, 2025, at 1:00 PM CDT. Evaluation will include reviewing alternate brands and ensuring compliance with detailed specifications outlined in the accompanying document (Dump Truck Box Tarp Specifications B619-0725.pdf). The procurement allows for potential alternate brands and will utilize commodity codes 6584 (tarpaulins for truck bodies) and 5500 (automotive accessories) in its assessment.

The RFQ does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Payment terms are structured as 0% 0, Net 60, and the Iowa DOT is recognized as a tax-exempt agency. The contact for this procurement is Tanner Thomsen, reachable at tanner.thomsen@iowadot.us or +1 515-233-7829. The department intends to award a single contract for all items, with bidders required to thoroughly review and accept the terms within the solicitation documents. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement suggests a focused, single-item acquisition with comprehensive evaluation metrics. Potential vendors should carefully review the attached specifications and be prepared to meet the technical and performance requirements outlined in the solicitation.