Purchase and Installation of Blinds - Iowa School for the Deaf

The State of Iowa is seeking qualified bidders for a Request for Bids (RFB) to purchase and install blinds at the Iowa School for the Deaf located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The procurement covers various types of window treatments, including window shades, venetian blinds (metal and wood), and vertical blinds, with bidders required to provide a percent discount off the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Potential vendors must submit comprehensive details about their business, including years of experience, technical expertise, and client references. The solicitation requires bidders to demonstrate their capability to provide both product and installation services for the specified location. The bid was released on September 18, 2025, with proposals due on October 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT. Bidders will be evaluated based on their technical capabilities, pricing structure, and ability to meet the specific requirements of the Iowa School for the Deaf. The contract will have an initial term of three years, with the potential for up to three additional annual renewals.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the State of Iowa has established specific payment terms and procurement preferences. The state will process payments within 60 days per Iowa Code 8A.514, with an option for vendors to offer a discount for payments made within 30 days. The procurement encourages the use of the State's Purchasing Card Program (Pcard) for transactions. Interested vendors can contact Katelyn Howells at katelyn.howells@iowa.gov or +1 515-721-7856 for additional information. Though a specific budget range was not provided, vendors will be expected to submit competitive pricing based on a percentage discount from MSRP. The solicitation covers commodity codes related to blinds, awnings, and associated maintenance services, suggesting a comprehensive approach to the procurement that goes beyond simple product acquisition.