Opportunity
Iowa City Community School District Bidopportunities #005-RFB-2586-2026
Iowa Solicits Water Treatment Chemicals and Services for Capitol Complex Facilities
Posted
May 11, 2026
Respond By
June 12, 2026
Identifier
005-RFB-2586-2026
NAICS
325998, 541690, 238290
The State of Iowa is seeking bids for a comprehensive water treatment chemicals and services contract to support the Capitol Complex's steam and chilled water systems. - Government Buyer: - State of Iowa, Department of Administrative Services - Facilities Covered: - Capitol Complex, including Central Energy Plant, Historical Building, Oran Pape, Iowa Utilities Board, and Iowa Laboratory Facilities in Ankeny - Products and Services Requested: - Water treatment chemicals for steam and chilled water systems - Water testing kits and supplies for sampling and analysis - Water treatment equipment for chemical application and system maintenance - Comprehensive water treatment service program, including: - Initial water analysis and annual corrosion study - Chemical treatment to prevent scale, corrosion, and biological growth - Monthly chemical testing and monitoring - Bulk chemical delivery and container disposal - Installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, and calibration of equipment - 24/7 emergency response - Training for State staff on chemical application and system maintenance - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on environmentally friendly and safe chemical products - Service program must optimize system efficiency, minimize maintenance, and reduce equipment replacement - Contract available to all state agencies, with up to five annual renewal options - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
Description
The State of Iowa is soliciting bids for water treatment chemicals and services to maintain the Capitol Complex's steam and chilled water systems. The contract aims to ensure high-quality chemical treatment to optimize operating efficiencies and minimize maintenance and equipment replacement. The service includes providing all chemicals, training, equipment, and testing supplies, including water sampling and analysis. The contract term is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, with an option for up to five annual renewals. The contract will serve various facilities including the Central Energy Plant, Historical Building, Oran Pape, Iowa Utilities Board, and Iowa Laboratory Facilities in Ankeny.