STS HazMat Remediation

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is seeking qualified bidders for a hazardous material remediation project on behalf of the Iowa Department of Corrections at the Iowa State Training School for Boys in Eldora. The procurement involves limited abatement of damaged asbestos-containing material across three buildings located north of Highway 175. Construction is scheduled to begin on March 24, 2025, and conclude by April 29, 2025. Bidders must participate in one of two mandatory pre-bid meetings on January 29, 2025, at 1:00 PM or January 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the project site to qualify for bidding. Sealed bids are due by 2:00 PM CST on February 13, 2025, through the IMPACS Electronic Procurement System, with a virtual bid opening scheduled via Google Meet at 3:00 PM on the same day. Bidders are required to submit a bid security of 5% of the total bid amount, which can be in the form of a bid bond, cashier's check, or certified check drawn on a U.S. bank. The project is exempt from Iowa Sales Tax, and Davis Bacon Wages do not apply.

The procurement emphasizes opportunities for Targeted Small Businesses in accordance with Chapter 73 of the Code of Iowa and requires compliance with state and federal affirmative action and equal opportunity provisions. Bidding documents will be available from Rapids Reproductions starting January 20, 2025, and potential bidders must submit any questions by February 3, 2025, to the designated Issuing Officer. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the project involves comprehensive hazardous material remediation across multiple buildings, suggesting a potentially significant investment. The procurement appears designed to provide opportunities for small and disadvantaged business enterprises, with a focus on local economic participation. Interested contractors must carefully review the complete bid documentation, meet the pre-qualification requirements, and ensure compliance with all specified technical and administrative guidelines to be considered for the project.