Project Information

Bid Title

Capitol Complex Parking Lot 2 Hoover West Replacement & Capitol Complex Parking Lot 11 Jessie Parker Replacement

Issuing Agency

State Government of Iowa

Location

Iowa

Published Date

Mar 4, 2026

Closing Date

Mar 23, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

RFP953600-01

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Project Description

Bid Information

Bid Number

RFP953600-01

Solicitation

Capitol Complex Parking Lot 2 Hoover West Replacement & Capitol Complex Parking Lot 11 Jessie Parker Replacement

Solicitation Type

Request for Bids

County

Description

Description

The State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking professional design services for the parking lot replacement of the Hoover West parking lot (Lot 2) at 1315 E. Walnut St., Des Moines, IA 50319.and Jessie Parker parking lot (Lot 11) at 510 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50319.

Agency Information

Number

005

Name

Administrative Services, Dept

Address 1

1305 E. Walnut St.

Address 2

City/State/Zip

Des Moines, IA 50319

Contact Information

Contact Name

Construction Procurement

Contact Title

Michael Bradbury

Contact Email

construction.procurement@iowa.gov

Contact Phone Number

(515) 823-9327

Contact Phone Extension

Contact Other Number

Contact Fax Number

Valid Dates

From

3/4/2026 8:00:00 AM

Until

3/23/2026 2:00:00 PM

Documents/Attachments

RFP953600-01 - RFP953700-01 - CC Hoover & Jessie Parker Parking Lot Replacement

2/27/2026 3:31:04 PM

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RFP COVER SHEET

Administrative Information

STATE OF IOWA

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

PROFESSIONAL DESIGN SERVICES

RFP Number

RFP953600-01 &

RFP953700-01

Title of RFP

Capitol Complex Parking Lot 2 Hoover West

Replacement & Capitol Complex Parking Lot 11

Jessie Parker Replacement

Agency

Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS)

Project

Description

The State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking professional

design services for the parking lot replacement of the Hoover West parking lot (Lot 2)

at 1315 E. Walnut St., Des Moines, IA 50319.and Jessie Parker parking lot (Lot 11) at

510 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50319.

State Issuing Officer:

Michael Bradbury

Issuing Officer

Iowa Department of Administrative Services

Hoover State Office Building, Level 3

1305 East Walnut, Des Moines, IA 50319-0105 Phone: 515-330-8702

Email: construction.procurement@iowa.gov

PROCUREMENT TIMETABLE—Event or Action

Date/Time (Central Time)

State Posts Notice of RFP on TSB website

3/2/26

State Issues RFP

3/4/26

Pre-Proposal Conference Location and Address:

Is Pre-Proposal Conference mandatory? No

If a map is needed, contact the Issuing Officer.

Will be held at the Facilities Management Center,

109 SE 13th St, Des Moines IA 50319 on 3/13 at

1:00 AM CST. An online option is also provided

below:

call in (audio only) +1 515-612-9860, 601546682#

Virtual Meeting:

https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/261679123152

80?p=zGyuxyB8TWNu6WQn62

Meeting ID: 261 679 123 152 80

Passcode: oa7hn9mp

Questions, requests for clarification, and

suggested changes from Respondents due to

Construction Procurement

3/16/26 by 2:00 PM CST

Proposals Due

3/23/26 by 2:00 PM CST

Relevant Websites

Website where Addenda to this RFP will be posted http://bidopportunities.iowa.gov

Website where contract terms and conditions are posted

https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/procurement/pdf/ConsensusDoc803.pdf

Number of Copies of Proposals Required to be Submitted: 1 Digital

Firm Proposal Terms

The minimum number of days following the deadline for submitting Proposals that the firm guarantees

all proposal terms, including price, will remain firm is 120 Days.

1.1 INTRODUCTION

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking proposals from qualified and

available Design companies for services, per RFP cover page, and as outlined in the following

(Sections 1.2 - 1.3). The successful proposal must:

● For the staff that will be assigned, identify and describe qualifications, experience, and

expertise in providing services for similar, or relevant, projects.

● For the staff that will be assigned, provide a list of past similar or relevant projects

completed in the last 5 years, and include brief descriptions of what the projects entailed

and a contact name and phone number (reference). In addition provide estimated project

cost, final project cost at acceptance, and whether it was completed on time.

● Describe the composition of your team. Identify staff to be assigned. Provide resumes of

key individual(s) including education, relevant experience,

and

certifications/licensing. NOTE: Any responding company and/or consultant that is part of

the project design services cannot receive an award from the resulting request for bid of

construction services.

● Describe the cost estimating, status reporting, and cost reporting procedures you utilize.

● Describe computer program/software capabilities and expertise you utilize. Please describe

your experience.

● Provide a copy of your organizational chart.

● Describe your experience, if any, on designing similar or relevant projects for the State of

Iowa.

● Provide the hourly rates, and anticipated hours by position, for all persons (including sub-

consultants) that will be assigned to the project. Also provide an estimated fee total.

● Identify desired reimbursable charges (the State has limitations, per State of Iowa

Accounting Policies and Procedures 210.245), and all other charges.

1.2 SCHEDULE

DAS is seeking a firm that can commence work upon execution of a contract. Time is of the

essence.

Execution of Designer’s Contract

Tentative Design Kick-Off Meeting

50% Construction Documents and Cost Opinion By

95% Construction Documents and Cost Opinion By

100% Construction Documents and Cost Opinion By

Contractor Bidding

Execution of Contractor’s Contract(s)

Submittals and Procurement

Construction lot #11

Construction Lot #2

Close out

March 31-April 13, 2026

Week of April 13 2026

May 7, 2026

June 2, 2026

June 25, 2026

July 2026

August 2026

August/September 2026

Potentially Fall 2026

Likely Spring 2027

Winter 2026 / Summer 2027

1.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Construction Manager (DCI Group) has been engaged for this Project to serve as advisor to

DAS and to provide assistance in administrating the Contract for Design between DAS and the

Designer

according to separate contract between DAS and Construction Manager. DAS is currently

seeking design services from qualified firms for a project consisting of the Hoover West parking

lot (Lot 2) and Jessie Parker parking lot (Lot 11) on the Capitol Complex in Des Moines, IA.

Design services shall include:

1.3.1 The contract for this work will be a modified ConsensusDoc 803. See link on cover page

for a sample contract.

1.3.2 All design disciplines necessary to complete the scope of work.

1.3.3 Attend design kick-off meeting onsite to discuss desired outcome of the project with

the Owner, Construction Manager, and Owner’s maintenance staff.

1.3.4

Use of the State of Iowa‘s construction management software program for uploading

all documents, submitting and approving pay apps, and construction administration.

The cost for the use of the software is paid by the Owner.

1.3.5

Scope of work for the parking lot replacement to include complete design and

construction administration for:

1.3.5.1 Complete removal of existing pavement, signage, light poles, bases, and

associated existing construction necessary for complete pavement

replacement.

1.3.5.2 Removal of damaged sidewalks adjacent to construction or where removals are

necessary to accommodate other work.

1.3.5.3 Storm water management

1.3.5.4 Subgrade preparation

1.3.5.5 Pavement replacement

1.3.5.6 Signage replacement

1.3.5.7 Sidewalk replacement

1.3.5.8 Pavement stripping and signage

1.3.5.9 Erosion control measures

1.3.5.10 Site Restoration

1.3.5.11 Light poles and fixtures are to be salvaged and reinstalled for Hoover West Lot

#2 Jessie Parker, Lot #11. Designer shall include design for new light pole bases,

pathways, and circuiting. It is anticipated that a couple of poles will need to be

replaced, designer shall provide input to aid in unit costs for replacement.

Designer shall evaluate existing light levels throughout parking lot to ensure

they meet current code.

1.3.5.12 Phasing plan. Designers shall be aware the construction may need to be

phased for Hoover Lot #2 to accommodate Court Avenue and Dey St.

construction projects by the City of Des Moines. DAS is still working with the

City of Des Moines for a better understanding of timing of this project.

1.3.5.13 Provide construction administration for identified repairs.

1.3.6 Geotechnical investigation will be contracted by the State of Iowa and results provided

to the successful design firm.

1.3.7 Field examination of the existing conditions.

1.3.8

Design for scope of work. Provide material recommendations based on experience,

quality, and price. Recommendations for replacements and upgrades shall include non-

proprietary equipment and systems.

1.3.9 Designer shall include any and all survey work required for completion of project.

1.3.10 Coordinate with State agencies to confirm utilities that may be abandoned as well as

shut down requirements where required.

1.3.11 Provide detailed input of design schedule to Construction Manager for overall

incorporation into master schedule.

1.3.12 Designer shall assist Construction Manager in the evaluation of long lead times.

1.3.13 Quality control during Design, Preconstruction and Construction.

1.3.14 Compliance with all Federal, State, and applicable AHJ codes.

1.3.15 Completion of State building and energy code documents, as required.

1.3.16 Design review will be conducted at 50% construction documents and 95% construction

documents. Review will be conducted with DAS Owner Representative, Construction

Manager, and Facility Representative, at a minimum. Drawings, specifications and cost

opinions (if applicable) shall be provided at least five days prior to each review meeting.

An additional review meeting may be required at the end if there are discrepancies in

cost opinions or constructability review questions.

1.3.17 Review with the State Fire Marshal’s office for approval of plans or exemption from

review. All fees associated with the State Fire Marshal’s office are the responsibility of

the designer.

1.3.18 Develop and distribute agendas and meeting minutes for all meetings during the design

phase.

1.3.19 Construction cost opinions provided by the Design Professional team during Design (at

50% construction documents, and 95% construction documents) with a Final Estimate

for construction included with bid documents, per Iowa Code.

1.3.20 Construction drawings, specifications (the Construction Manager will produce Divisions

00 and 01), and addenda.

1.3.21 Provide bid alternates as determined during the course of design and bid package

development.

1.3.22 Assist Owner and Construction Manager in obtaining bids from qualified contractors.

1.3.23 Construction administration, including creation of the submittal and closeout items log,

review of and responses to submittals and closeout documentation, RFIs, proposal

requests, change orders, pay applications, periodic site visits, attendance at project

meetings as required, participation / development of contractor punch list, closeout

documentation review and approval, certificates of substantial completion, and

certificates of final completion, as well as development of Architectural Supplemental

Instructions for design revisions, and punch lists within the construction management

software program.

1.3.24 Participation with project team during construction progress meetings as required.

Designer shall participate in bi-weekly conference calls during the construction period.

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 237310Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
• NAICS 238990All Other Specialty Trade Contractors

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