Light Pole with Mastarm for Ida Grove Maintenance Garage

The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ Number 645-RFQ-1949-2026) for a light pole with mastarm to be installed at the Ida Grove Maintenance Garage. The procurement seeks a specific light pole configuration with precise technical requirements, including a single truss, 15' 2-bolt mastarm, 18" bolt circle, and 37' mounting height. The solicitation is open from July 28, 2025, at 1:00 PM CDT to August 13, 2025, at 1:00 PM CDT, inviting potential vendors to submit proposals for this specialized equipment. Evaluation criteria will include cost, mandatory requirement compliance, proposed staffing, time schedule, past work performance, and overall work capacity. The contract will be awarded to the most advantageous bidder, with the procurement conducted according to Iowa Administrative Code 761--20. Detailed specifications are available in attached documents, including an Order Form Drawing, Light Pole Specifications, and Standard Road Plan LI-211. Delivery terms are F.O.B. Destination, with payment terms set at 0% 0, Net 60.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The Iowa DOT is a tax-exempt agency, and the procurement will result in a single contract for all items. Alternate brand specifications are permitted, provided they meet or exceed the performance levels of approved brands. Bidders are required to disclose any tariffs that might affect the order and provide a comprehensive cost breakdown of goods and tariffs. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, vendors should prepare their proposals with consideration for the detailed technical specifications and performance requirements. The procurement appears to be open to standard commercial vendors capable of meeting the precise technical specifications for the light pole and mastarm. No information about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration is provided in the available documentation.