HHS STS New Garage Building - Phase 2

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is issuing Request for Bids (RFB #947601-01) for the construction of a new garage building for vehicle storage at the Iowa State Training School for Boys located at 3211 Edginton Avenue, Eldora, Iowa. This construction procurement seeks qualified contractors to design and construct a complete garage facility including structural components, roofing, wall panels, doors, electrical systems, HVAC systems, lighting controls, site work, and associated building infrastructure. The project deliverables encompass concrete forming and placement, structural framing, roofing and wall systems, electrical distribution and lighting, HVAC systems, site clearing and grading, and landscape seeding, with all work detailed in comprehensive architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings prepared by licensed professionals including Architect Michael J. Anderson, Civil Engineer Zachary M. Wheat, Structural Engineer Mackenzie Jaeger, Electrical Engineer Shane M. Hoss, and Mechanical Engineer Justin L. Veik. The construction timeline is anticipated to begin June 19, 2026, and conclude by September 29, 2026, representing approximately 102 calendar days of work. Critical deadlines include an optional pre-bid meeting scheduled for May 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the project site (with Microsoft Teams call-in option available), a deadline of 2:00 p.m. on May 20, 2026, for submission of questions and substitution requests, and a bid submission deadline of 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 28, 2026, through the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System, with bid opening occurring at 3:00 p.m. the same day via Google Meet and teleconference. Bid security of 5 percent of the total bid amount, provided as a bid bond, cashier's check, or certified check, is required with each submission, and all contractors must comply with state and federal affirmative action and equal employment opportunity provisions.

This procurement contains no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or restricted categories of organizations; however, all bidders must demonstrate compliance with Iowa state and federal affirmative action and equal employment opportunity requirements. The project is exempt from Iowa Sales Tax, and Davis Bacon Wages provisions do not apply to this solicitation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. Bidders are required to utilize the Procore web-based project management system for electronic submittal of all project documentation and data throughout contract administration. The Iowa Department of Administrative Services reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive irregularities in the bidding process. Specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the available solicitation documents; however, interested parties should reference the complete bid package available from Rapids Reproductions beginning May 4, 2026, for comprehensive project specifications, pricing frameworks, and evaluation criteria that will govern the selection process.