Plumbing Services At Iowa School for the Deaf

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) has issued a Request for Bids (RFB) on behalf of the Iowa School for the Deaf (ISD) for comprehensive plumbing services at their campus in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The procurement seeks a qualified plumbing contractor to provide routine maintenance, repairs, emergency services, and minor plumbing installations for a one-year contract period from 04-14-2025 to 04-13-2026, with potential renewal for up to five additional years. Key deliverables include preventative maintenance, repairs and replacements, new installations, drain cleaning, backflow prevention, water heater services, and ensuring code compliance. Bidders must possess a valid Iowa plumbing contractor license, demonstrate at least six years of experience in commercial or institutional settings, and maintain comprehensive insurance. The solicitation requires service line items with hourly rates for journeyman and apprentice labor during regular hours, overtime hours, and double-time hours, with rates varying based on time of day and holiday status. Bid submissions will be accepted from 04-02-2025 at 10:00 AM CDT until 05-01-2025 at 2:00 PM CDT, with no site visit scheduled for this procurement.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation, the procurement does include stringent qualification requirements for potential contractors. All personnel working on the ISD campus must pass background checks, and bidders must provide comprehensive documentation of their experience, technical capabilities, and past performance in government or business settings. The state will utilize its Purchasing Card Program for payments, with net 60-day payment terms. Although specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services and the requirement for experienced commercial plumbing contractors suggest a substantial contract value. The procurement emphasizes a preference for contractors with proven safety records and extensive experience in institutional plumbing services, indicating a competitive selection process that prioritizes technical expertise and reliability.