Opportunity
Iowa City Community School District Bidopportunities #RFB 948
Iowa Prison Industries Solicits Bids for Crashworthy Galvanized Steel Square Sign Posts
Posted
September 09, 2026
Respond By
September 25, 2026
Identifier
RFB 948
NAICS
332618
Iowa Prison Industries is seeking bids for the supply of American-made square sign posts for use in state operations. - Government Buyer: - Iowa Prison Industries, State of Iowa - Contact: Christina Greif, Procurement Specialist 2 - Products Requested: - Square sign posts in various sizes and gauges: - 300 units: 12 x 2, 12 GA (29.28 lb) - 500 units: 12 x 2, 14 GA (24 lb) - 300 units: 14 x 2, 14 GA (28 lb) - 400 units: 4 x 2-1/4, 12 GA (11.08 lb) - 300 units: 4 x 2, 12 GA (9.68 lb) - All posts must be crashworthy per NCHRP Report 350 category 2, level 3, and have a Federal Acceptance Letter - Material: Hot-dipped galvanized steel, ASTM A653, G90, Structural Quality, Grade 50, Class 1 - Precise specifications for gauge, hole placement (7/16" diameter holes on 1" centers), and telescoping ability - Unique Requirements: - Posts must be American made - Preference for Iowa-grown or produced products and Iowa-based businesses - Bidders must submit certification and authorization letters - Bids may be submitted for all or individual post types - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified manufacturers meeting technical standards.
Description
This solicitation is a Request for Bids (RFB) for various sizes of square sign posts. The posts must meet specific crashworthy standards and be made of galvanized steel with precise dimensions and hole placements. The contract is issued by Iowa Prison Industries located in Anamosa, Iowa. Bidders must submit their bids by email by September 25, 2026, and comply with all mandatory requirements including certification and authorization letters.