What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services seeks professional design services for parking lot replacements and garage tuckpointing. The project is located at 1301 Summit Street, Marshalltown, IA. 50158. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on December 3, 2026, and must be submitted through the Iowa IMPACS Procurement System. Questions or requests for clarification are due by 2:00 PM on November 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria include firm qualifications, staff experience, applicable state project experience, approach, and project execution. Firms are encouraged to submit proposals through the Iowa IMPACS Procurement System.
Scope of work
- Demolish and replace West Parking Lot pavement updated to ADA requirements
- Demolish and replace Cottage Parking Lot pavement updated to ADA requirements
- Evaluate garage tuckpointing damage and structural integrity
- Provide all required survey work and field examination of existing buildings
- Prepare 50%, 95%, and 100% construction documents and cost opinions
- Coordinate code compliance and reviews with the Building Code Bureau
- Provide bidding assistance, bid alternates, and addenda preparation
- Perform construction administration, site observations, and closeout review
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Exhibit 3 – Firm’s Qualifications | 30 |
| Exhibit 4 – Staff Experience | 15 |
| Exhibit 5 – Applicable State Project Experience | 10 |
| Exhibit 6 – Approach and Proposed Methods | 35 |
| Exhibit 7 – Project Execution | 10 |
| Interviews (optional) | TBA |
Minimum qualifications
- Firms, other than sole proprietorships and general partnerships, must be registered with the Office of the Iowa Secretary of State
- Plans, specifications, and cost estimates must be prepared by an Iowa-licensed engineer, landscape architect, or architect
- Sufficient and qualified staff, resources, and capabilities to complete required work on time
- Provide documentation demonstrating financial stability upon request
Documents to include with your response
- Exhibit 1 - Transmittal Letter
- Exhibit 2 - Executive Summary
- Exhibit 3 – Firm Qualifications
- Exhibit 4 – Staff Experience
- Exhibit 5 – Applicable State Project Experience
- Exhibit 6 – Approach and Proposed Methods
- Exhibit 7 – Project Execution (including Designer Scope Checklist)
- Cost Proposal (lump sum, hourly rates, reimbursables, unit price per inspection visit)
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via the Iowa IMPACS Procurement System
- Instructions
- Submit two separate files (Firm Name – Technical Proposal and Firm Name – Cost Proposal), max 10 MB, 30 single pages or less excluding dividers, cover page, or resumes. Email and faxed proposals not accepted.