Opportunity
Iowa Impacs #185-RFI-2805-2026
RFI for Commercial Off-the-Shelf Aircraft Registration Software Solutions
Posted
May 29, 2026
Respond By
June 15, 2026
Identifier
185-RFI-2805-2026
NAICS
541512
The Iowa Department of Transportation (IDOT), via the Iowa Department of Management (DOM), is seeking information from the market regarding commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software for aircraft registration management in Iowa. - The current custom web application is outdated and at end of life - IDOT is exploring COTS software alternatives before considering custom redevelopment - The RFI is intended to: - Identify OEMs and vendors with relevant COTS software solutions - Gather information on product capabilities and pricing structures - Inform future procurement strategies, which may include reseller arrangements, cooperative purchasing, or competitive solicitations - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or part numbers are named in the notice - The request is strictly for information on available COTS software solutions for aircraft registration management - Unique requirement: Solution must be suitable for state-level aircraft registration management
Description
The Iowa Department of Transportation is seeking information related to the availability of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software for the registration of aircraft in the State of Iowa. The current custom web application used for managing aircraft registrations is outdated, and the department is exploring COTS solutions to potentially replace it. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to identify vendors with relevant solutions, understand market capabilities and pricing, and inform the procurement approach. Depending on the market research findings, the department may pursue a reseller arrangement, cooperative purchasing agreement, or a competitive solicitation.