Opportunity
Ames Ionwave #2026-132
Ames Water Treatment Plant HVAC Preventative Maintenance and Staff Training
Posted
May 27, 2026
Respond By
June 17, 2026
Identifier
2026-132
NAICS
238220
The City of Ames, Iowa, is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive HVAC preventative maintenance services for the Ames Water Treatment Plant. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames, Iowa (Finance Office and Water Treatment Plant) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Seresco (dehumidifiers) - Desert Aire (dehumidifiers) - Aerco (boilers) - AO Smith (boilers) - Patterson Pump (pumps) - Systecon (variable frequency drives) - Products/Services Requested: - Routine, periodic preventative maintenance for all HVAC systems and equipment at the Ames Water Treatment Plant - Includes air handling units, dehumidifiers, boilers, pumps, variable frequency drives, cooling towers, chillers, radiant heaters, unit heaters, and related components - Initial and ongoing training for City staff to perform certain maintenance tasks internally - Ongoing support and quarterly review sessions with City staff - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractor must have experience and certifications relevant to similar-sized facilities - Performance and payment bond required for contracts over $25,000 - Affirmative action compliance and specified insurance coverage required - City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to make awards in its best interest - Place of Performance: - Ames Water Treatment Plant, 1800 E. 13th St, Ames, IA 50010
Description
The City of Ames is soliciting proposals from qualified HVAC Preventative Maintenance Contractors to perform routine, periodic preventative maintenance on the HVAC system at the Ames Water Treatment Plant located at 1800 E. 13th St, Ames, Iowa. The contract includes initial training for City staff and ongoing support. The contract term is for an initial 12 months from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with four optional one-year renewals. Proposals must be submitted by June 17, 2026, and the City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and make awards in the City's best interest.