Ames Ionwave #2026-151

City of Ames Solicits Bids for Precast Concrete Vault and Related Components for Airport Electric Department

The City of Ames Electric Department is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of a precast concrete vault for installation at the Ames Airport. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames, Electric Department (Finance Office) - OEMs Highlighted: - Lane International Corporation (polypropylene vault ladder with pull-up handrail) - Neenah Foundry (manhole lids, frames, and sewer pipe grates; models R1792-HL, R4040-12, R1789-B, R1791, R4030 series, R4040 series) - Products Requested: - 6 x 10 x 7 foot precast concrete vault with two lids (1 unit) - Lane Polypropylene Vault Ladder with pull-up handrail (1 unit) - Neenah R1792-HL manhole lid (1 unit) - Neenah R4040-12 sewer pipe grate (1 unit) - Additional Neenah manhole frames, covers, and grates (various models and quantities) - Services Requested: - Delivery of the vault to the Ames Airport, with options for self-off-loading into a pre-dug hole or delivery only (third-party off-loading) - Notable Requirements: - All products must meet detailed technical specifications (e.g., ASTM A-615 Grade 60 rebar, 6000 psi concrete) - Shop drawings must be approved before manufacturing - Bidders must comply with the City of Ames Affirmative Action Program if the contract exceeds $25,000 - Local vendors may receive a 1% bid preference if registered - Project is subject to Iowa sales tax and local option sales tax - Delivery is expected in the fall - The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to make awards in the best interest of the City

Description

The City of Ames is soliciting bids for a precast concrete vault intended for use by the Electric Department at Ames Airport. The procurement is conducted via a Request for Quotation process. Bidders must submit their responses by June 25, 2026, and pre-bid questions are due by June 18, 2026. The project includes delivery of the vault in Fall 2026, with specifications and detailed drawings provided in the bid documents. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to make awards in the best interest of the City.

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