Replace Generator at Washington Maintenance Garage

The Iowa Department of Transportation is issuing a Request for Bid (RFB Number 645-DOTRFB-2652-2026) for the replacement of a non-operational generator at the Washington Maintenance Garage located at 1148 East 11th Street, Washington, IA 52353. The procurement encompasses the removal and disposal of the existing generator, installation of a new 100kW natural gas/propane generator (C100NG, 60Hz, standby, 240/120V, single phase), provision and installation of a new 400-amp transfer switch in the existing cabinet, and installation of a new remote annunciator inside the building. All work must be performed by a licensed Iowa electrician, with electrical work requiring permitting and inspection documentation at substantial completion. Pricing must be broken down into three line items: the 100kW generator, 400-amp automatic transfer switch, and remote annunciator renewal. The Iowa DOT will evaluate submissions based on cost and other factors, including meeting mandatory requirements, proposed staffing, time schedule adherence, past work performance, and work capacity. The RFB opened on April 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM CDT, with bids due by April 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. A highly recommended pre-bid meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM CT via Microsoft Teams, a public bid opening will occur on April 28, 2026, at 1:00 PM CT, the estimated contract start date is May 11, 2026, and the estimated completion date is September 25, 2026. Contractors are encouraged to conduct site visits by contacting purchasing agent Teri Schulz with at least 24 hours' notice.

There are no stated set-aside designations or restrictions limiting the types of organizations that can respond to this procurement. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. Payment will be made monthly by state warrant to the extent of 97 percent of the value of work performed, including acceptable materials stored on-site, with net 60-day terms, and deliveries are F.O.B. Destination. The Iowa DOT is a tax-exempt agency and will provide tax exemption certificates upon request. Davis-Bacon wages do not apply to this project. All lines in the RFB are tied together, requiring contractors to respond to all items, and the Iowa DOT will award all lines to a single contractor. Specific budget or award values are not disclosed in the RFB documentation.