HHS CHMHI Generator Controller Replacement

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking professional design services for a generator controls replacement project at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute (CHMHI). The Request for Proposals (RFP) solicits architectural and engineering services to comprehensively review, evaluate, and replace existing generator controls, master controls, and monitoring systems. Specific project deliverables include complete replacement of the generator's on-board controls and programmable logic controller (PLC), with design services spanning from December 2024 through April 2026. Respondents must provide a detailed proposal with lump sum pricing broken down by design development, construction documents, bidding/negotiation assistance, and construction phase services. The proposal submission deadline is December 10, 2024, at 2:00 PM CST, with evaluation criteria focusing on firm qualifications, technical approach, project schedule, and pricing. Interested firms must submit comprehensive proposals demonstrating expertise in generator control system design and substantial experience with similar healthcare facility infrastructure projects.

The state encourages participation by Targeted Small Businesses certified by the Iowa Department of Economic Development, suggesting potential set-aside opportunities for qualifying vendors. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the RFP indicates the contract will be structured using a modified ConsensusDocs 803 agreement. Respondents must confirm they have no conflicts of interest that would prevent them from potentially bidding on future construction work related to this project. The state will limit reimbursable charges and has established payment terms of Net 60. Specific commodity codes and required certifications are outlined in the solicitation, with proposals subject to review for completeness and compliance. The procurement appears designed to select a single vendor to provide comprehensive design and administrative services for the generator control system replacement at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute.