HHS STS New Garage Building

The State of Iowa, specifically the Department of Administrative Services (DAS), is seeking professional design services for the development of construction documents for a new garage building at the State Training School (STS) campus in Eldora. The Request for Proposal (RFP947600-01) targets architectural and engineering firms capable of providing comprehensive services including architectural design, civil engineering, facilities design engineering, and structural engineering. Proposals must be submitted digitally by July 31, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference scheduled for July 16, 2025, at 1:00 PM, which can be attended in-person or via Microsoft Teams. Potential bidders are required to submit any questions or clarification requests by July 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM. The project's primary deliverable is a complete set of construction documents for a vehicle storage garage, with firms expected to demonstrate expertise in design and engineering disciplines relevant to institutional building projects. Proposal terms, including pricing, must be guaranteed for 120 days following the submission deadline, and proposals will be evaluated based on technical capabilities, experience, and proposed approach to the project.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation. The payment terms are structured as 0% 0, Net 60, and the contract will be funded through the state procurement system. Contract details and addenda will be posted on http://bidopportunities.iowa.gov and https://das.iowa.gov, respectively. While a specific budget range was not disclosed, interested firms must submit both technical and cost proposal files separately, indicating a competitive bidding process. Respondents are also required to follow specific guidelines for handling confidential information. The procurement is targeted at professional design and engineering firms with experience in institutional building design, particularly those with capabilities in architectural, civil, facilities, and structural engineering services for government infrastructure projects.