HHS Cherokee Mental Health Institute Four Corners Elevator Replacement

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is requesting bids for replacement of Elevator F, a 4-stop hydraulic elevator in the Main Building at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute in Cherokee, Iowa, with bids due September 29, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the facility.

The project encompasses complete demolition and replacement of the existing hydraulic elevator system, including new hoisting mechanisms, doors, control systems, interior finishes, and integration with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm systems. Work must comply with the 2024 International Building Code, 2024 International Fire Code, 2024 International Existing Building Code, 2012 International Energy Conservation Code, 2012 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, and 2010 ADA Standards. The facility is multi-story healthcare construction (I-2 occupancy) approximately 40 feet in height. Scope includes sump pump installation and cleaning, refrigeration system installation with minimum five-year warranty, new 200-amp 3-phase electrical panel, emergency lighting and automatic recall functionality, fire-rated wall penetrations, and two-way communications cabling.

The project is structured into four bid packages: General Construction (BP 01), Elevator Equipment (BP 02) with an alternate for hydraulic jack replacement and unit pricing for elevator operation lockout services, Mechanical and Plumbing (BP 03), and Electrical and Low Voltage (BP 04). A $20,000 allowance for elevator operation and lockout services is included in BP 02.

Bids must be submitted online through the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System, with opening at 3:00 p.m. the same day via Microsoft Teams. Bid security of 5% of total bid amount is required. Questions and substitution requests are due September 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Construction is anticipated to commence in October 2026 with substantial completion targeted for August 24, 2027. Notice of Intent to Award is anticipated September 30, 2026. Bidders must be registered with the Iowa Labor Commissioner and provide their Iowa Contractor Registration Number and Federal Tax Identification Number. Davis-Bacon Wage requirements do not apply. All bids shall remain valid for 30 calendar days following the bid due date. Contact Katelyn Howells, Issuing Officer, at 515-721-7856 or construction.procurement@iowa.gov.