Opportunity
University of Iowa Ionwave #18650
University of Iowa Solicits Five Manual Total Station Systems with Accessories for Surveying Instruction
Posted
August 05, 2026
Respond By
August 25, 2026
Identifier
18650
NAICS
423490
The University of Iowa's School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability (SEES) is seeking proposals for surveying equipment to support undergraduate and graduate instruction. - Buyer: University of Iowa, School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability (SEES), Purchasing Department - Five (5) manual total station systems are required, each with all standard accessories and supporting components - Preferred OEM: Trimble (Trimble C5 HP 5" Total Station with Trimble Access and Optical Plummet) - Accessories include: Salamander Robotic Dual Clamp Fiberglass Tripod, Premier Large Prism Assembly, Adjustable 8.5 ft Prism Pole, and Aluminum Bipod - Equipment must be durable, user-friendly, and suitable for teaching - U.S.-based support and calibration services are required - Suppliers must provide audited financial statements - All bids must be submitted electronically via the university's eBid system - The contract term is one year, with up to four additional one-year extensions possible by mutual agreement - Pricing changes for extensions require mutual written agreement
Description
The University of Iowa is soliciting written proposals from qualified suppliers to provide five manual total station systems, including all standard accessories and supporting components required for surveying instructions. This procurement is for the School of Earth, Environment, and Sustainability (SEES). Suppliers are cautioned to allow ample time for the submission of RFP responses, which must be submitted electronically via the eBid system. The question cutoff date is August 13, 2026, and the bid closes on August 25, 2026, at 3:00 PM Central Time.