Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility Bldg 20 Plumbing Replacement

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking a contractor for the Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility Building 20 Plumbing Replacement project through a Request for Bid (RFB937200-02). The procurement involves comprehensive plumbing replacement work with a defined construction timeline from August 22nd to August 26th, 2025. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System by July 31st, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT, with each bid requiring a 5% bid security bond. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for July 15th, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the facility location. Bidding documents, including drawing sheets and project manuals, will be available from Rapids Reproduction starting July 7th, 2025. Contractors must demonstrate technical capability to complete the plumbing replacement within the specified timeframe and comply with all technical specifications outlined in the bid documents.

The procurement emphasizes opportunities for Targeted Small Businesses in accordance with Chapter 73 of the Code of Iowa, encouraging bidders to engage certified State of Iowa Targeted Small Businesses as potential subcontractors. Bidders must comply with affirmative action and equal employment opportunity provisions of state and federal governments. The project is exempt from Iowa Sales Tax and Davis Bacon Wages, which may provide additional financial considerations for potential contractors. The Iowa Department of Administrative Services reserves the right to reject any bids and waive any irregularities, indicating flexibility in the procurement process. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the plumbing replacement project suggests a significant investment in facility infrastructure improvements. The procurement process demonstrates a commitment to competitive bidding, small business participation, and maintaining high standards of construction quality.