Opportunity
Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1001396
ISU Central Stores Pipe Insulation Materials Supply Contract (Owens Corning, Johns-Manville, Knauf, Halstead, Zeston)
Posted
April 27, 2026
Respond By
May 07, 2026
Identifier
RFQ-1001396
NAICS
423330, 423720, 423840
Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is seeking qualified contractors to supply a wide range of pipe insulation materials for its Central Stores in Ames, Iowa. - Government Buyer: - Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU), Central Stores - OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers): - Owens Corning - Johns-Manville - Knauf - Halstead - Zeston - Products/Services Requested: - Various types and sizes of pipe insulation materials, including: - Snap-on insulation for copper and steel pipes (multiple diameters and thicknesses) - Glass fiber snap-on insulation - Flexible tubing insulation (Armaflex II by Halstead) - Roll stock insulation (Ultra Foam Armaflex II) - Insulated fitting covers (Zeston, various sizes and angles) - Vinyl acrylic mastic coating (CP11) - PVC jacketing material - ASJ self-sealing lap material - Zeston tape, foil scrim kraft tape, foil compac tape - Fiberglass boards with foil skin kraft jacket - Valve wraps (No Sweat) - Armaflex 520 adhesive - All items are specified with part numbers and estimated annual quantities (see product line items for details) - Notable Requirements: - Delivery to ISU Central Stores in Ames, IA within 5-7 business days after order - No minimum or maximum order quantities; all orders are as-needed - Freight/shipping must be included in unit pricing; no fuel surcharges allowed - Maximum 15% restock charge on returns due to ISU error - ISU may request product samples at no cost for quality evaluation - Pricing must remain firm through the initial contract term - Contract Term: - Initial period from May 1, 2026, through December 31, 2029 - Two optional one-year renewals possible, with price escalation limits - Place of Performance: - Iowa State University, Central Stores, Ames, Iowa
Description
Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is soliciting information from qualified contractors to provide pipe insulation materials on an as needed basis for ISU Central Stores. The contract will establish a systems contract for pipe insulation material stocked in ISU Central Stores and repetitively purchased. Orders will be placed on an as-needed basis with normal delivery expected within 5-7 business days after receipt of order. The initial contract term begins May 1, 2026, through December 31, 2029, with options for two additional one-year renewals.