Opportunity
Des Moines Ionwave #D26-231 Addendum 1
Des Moines seeks biosolids hauling and land application services for farm fields
Posted
March 24, 2026
Respond By
April 13, 2026
Identifier
D26-231 Addendum 1
NAICS
562219
This opportunity involves the City of Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater Reclamation Authority (DMMWRA) seeking qualified contractors for biosolids hauling and land application services. - Government Buyer: - City of Des Moines, Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater Reclamation Authority (DMMWRA), Procurement Division - Scope of Work: - Hauling, spreading, and incorporation of at least 5,000 tons of biosolids annually on area farm fields - Contractor must provide all supervision, labor, materials, permits, and equipment (tractors, spreaders, tillage equipment, semi tractors, trailers, dump trucks) - All operations must comply with federal (40 CFR 503) and Iowa Administrative Code 567, Chapter 67 regulations - Detailed reporting on application locations, volumes, rates, laboratory analysis, and landowner consent required - Spill response plan and insurance required - Contract Details: - Initial term of two years, with an option for a one-year extension - Firm, all-inclusive pricing per wet ton; no price increases during the initial term - Contractor must have at least five years of relevant experience - Operations permitted 24/7 during application; loading by DMMWRA staff limited to specified hours - Place of Performance: - Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater Reclamation Facility (WRF), 3000 Vandalia Road, Des Moines, IA 50317 - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
The City of Des Moines is soliciting sealed bids from qualified companies for biosolids hauling and land application services. The contract requires hauling, spreading, and incorporation of at least 5,000 tons of biosolids annually on area farm fields, complying with federal and state regulations. Bidders must have at least five years of experience and provide all necessary labor, equipment, permits, and supervision. The awarded contractor must operate within specified hours for loading and provide detailed reporting and a spill response plan.