Iowa State University is soliciting proposals for the removal and replacement of selected sections of the acoustical ceiling in Parks Library. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit will be held on April 27, 2026, at 2:30 PM CT in Room 192 of Parks Library. Failure to attend this meeting will result in ineligibility to participate. All questions must be submitted through the questions tab by April 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT. The response deadline is May 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM CT. Contractors must review all attached documents, including project drawings, specifications, and terms and conditions. Exceptions to the general terms and conditions or scope of work must be clearly listed. A performance and payment bond is required for projects exceeding $25,000.
The bid notice indicates a proposed schedule for related work, with completion dates for different floors ranging from June 12, 2026, to September 30, 2026. It also asks how soon after September 30, 2026, the company could complete this project.
The bid notice states that bidders can select from payment terms including Net 30, Net 20, Net 10, or other options, with an explanation required if 'other' is chosen.
The bid notice states that the evaluation of this RFQ may be based upon, but not limited to: pricing, references, past performance of bidder, experience with similar projects, exceptions, and ability to meet project timeline.
The bid notice requires contractors to be qualified and to have experience with similar projects. It also asks if the contractor has any exceptions to the general terms and conditions and the scope of work.
There will be a mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit on April 27, 2026, at 2:30 PM CT at Parks Library, Room 192. Bidders must attend this meeting to be eligible to participate.