Opportunity

Ames Ionwave #2027-015

City of Ames Solicits Precast Concrete Vault and Accessories for Electric Department

Posted

August 05, 2026

Respond By

August 20, 2026

Identifier

2027-015

NAICS

423320

The City of Ames Electric Department is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of a precast concrete vault for installation at Hyde Avenue. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames Electric Department (Ames, IA) - OEMs and Vendors: - Lane International Corporation (Polypropylene Vault Ladder) - Neenah Foundry (Manhole Lid and Sewer Pipe Grate) - Products/Services Requested: - 6 x 10 x 7 foot precast concrete vault (PME 11), per provided specifications and drawings - Lane Polypropylene Vault Ladder with OSHA-approved pull-up handrail - Neenah R1792-HL heavy duty manhole frame and lid - Neenah R4040-12 heavy duty sewer pipe grate - Delivery services: either self-off-loading into a pre-dug hole or delivery to site for third-party off-loading - Notable Requirements: - Shop drawings must be approved before manufacturing - All bids must include freight and transportation costs - Compliance with the City’s Affirmative Action Program is required - 1% local consideration for Ames-based bidders - Delivery location: 4605 Hyde Avenue, Ames, IA

Description

The City of Ames is soliciting bids for a precast concrete vault intended for the Electric Department. The procurement is conducted via a Request for Quotation with a submission deadline of August 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Bidders must submit their responses before the deadline, and no late bids will be considered. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities. The contract includes delivery options and requires compliance with affirmative action and local consideration programs.

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