Iowa State University is soliciting bids for custodial equipment. Contractors must submit questions by May 21, 2026, and bid responses online by May 28, 2026. Evaluation criteria include total cost, delivery, warranty, specifications, and customer support. Required attachments include training information, equipment specifications, and an itemized quotation. Suppliers must provide company overview, agree to delivery terms, and submit operator/service manuals. Payment terms and exceptions to general terms and conditions should be specified. Contractors must certify their proposal is genuine and not a result of restricted competition. Confidential information can be identified. Pricing is requested for various equipment items, with final order quantities to be determined at award. Suppliers are encouraged to provide references.
The bid response deadline is May 28, 2026, at 05:00 PM CT. The bid invitation is a request for quote with an issue date of May 14, 2026.
The bid notice allows for various payment term options, including net 10, net 15, and net 30, with an option to select 'other' and provide a brief explanation.
The evaluation criteria may be based on warranty coverage that includes service and/or maintenance.
The evaluation criteria utilized for this RFQ may be based upon, but not limited to: total cost to ISU including freight, ability for equipment to be delivered fully assembled, warranty coverage that includes service and/or maintenance, ability to meet or exceed specifications of equipment listed, provide customer support and training to ISU staff, and exceptions to scope of work or terms and conditions.
Iowa State University is soliciting information from qualified contractors to provide the goods and/or services described herein. Contractors must provide a brief company profile including date of incorporation, business composition, and the state under which their business is organized.
The question deadline for this bid opportunity is May 21, 2026, at 05:00 PM CT.
