Repair and Maintenance for Cooling Towers at Iowa Medical Classification Center

The State of Iowa is issuing a Request for Bids (RFB) for repair and maintenance services for cooling tower systems at the Iowa Medical and Classification Center (IMCC) located in Coralville, Iowa. This indefinite quantity contract seeks comprehensive maintenance and repair services for Evapco cooling tower systems, including induced draft, forced draft, and crossflow towers that support critical HVAC infrastructure. Bidders must provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, supervision, and expertise necessary to maintain, inspect, repair, and service the cooling tower systems while ensuring optimal performance, energy efficiency, regulatory compliance, and extended equipment service life. The pricing structure requires bidders to submit rates for parts and materials at cost plus markup, equipment rental percentage markup, and labor rates across six categories: Lead Technician/Supervisor (regular and after-hours/emergency), Journeyman Technician (regular and after-hours/emergency), Apprentice/Helper (regular and after-hours/emergency), Project Manager, and a service call charge per trip to IMCC. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience, provide three customer references, comply with insurance requirements, and authorize background investigations. The RFB was opened on March 23, 2026, with bids due on April 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT. Michael Bradbury (michael.bradbury@iowa.gov, +1 515-823-9327) serves as the primary contact for the solicitation.

No set-aside designations or restrictions specific to disadvantaged enterprises are identified in the solicitation documents provided. Original invoices and receipts must substantiate any markups on parts, materials, and equipment rental services. The contract terms specify Net 60 days payment per Iowa Code 8A.514, with the State retaining ten percent of each payment until project completion. The State prefers payment via Purchasing Card (Pcard) and may require its use for all contract payments. A performance bond is required for estimated costs of $25,000 or more. FOB Destination freight prepaid shipping terms apply to any equipment or materials deliveries. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the solicitation materials.