Iowa State University Ionwave #RFQ-1001503 Addendum 1

ISU Equipment Rigging and Moving Services for Large Scientific Equipment

Iowa State University is seeking qualified contractors to provide equipment rigging and moving services for large, sensitive items at the BioCentury Facility in Boone, Iowa. - Government Buyer: - Iowa State University, Procurement Services, Madden Building - Contact: Lucas Schau - Scope of Work: - Loading and unloading of large, sensitive equipment including: - Two ISU-owned 10,000 L fermenter tanks and crates (up to 10,400 lbs each; total shipment weight 26,000 lbs) - Centrifuge and associated crates (max weight 2,000 lbs; total shipment weight 4,550 lbs) - Spray dryer and associated crates (max weight 4,100 lbs; total shipment weight 7,100 lbs) - Fermenter control cabinet and associated crates (max weight 1,000 lbs; total shipment weight 1,000 lbs) - Detailed crate dimensions and weights provided for each item - Services include both loading and unloading at scheduled dates - Facility Details: - Hoop buildings with 70' wide access doors - Indoor storage areas with 20' wide overhead doors - Requirements: - Contractors must provide pricing for equipment and operator services - Compliance with ISU insurance requirements for equipment repair, installation, and maintenance (low risk) - Adherence to ISU's general terms and conditions - References, payment terms, and potential use of subcontractors required in bid submission - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned; opportunity is open to all qualified contractors - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Handling of heavy, sensitive scientific equipment with precise weight and dimension specifications - Multi-month engagement with specific scheduled service dates

Description

Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to provide equipment rigging and moving services. The scope includes unloading, loading, and moving large, sensitive equipment at the Iowa State BioCentury Facility in Boone, IA. Tentative project dates are October 15, 2026, November 15, 2026, January 15, 2027, February 1, 2027, and March 1, 2027, with potential for additional ongoing services. The work involves handling heavy equipment with specific dimensions and weights, and access will be through large doors at the facility. Contractors must submit bids online via ISUBid by the deadline and comply with insurance and general terms and conditions provided.

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