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Columbarium Services

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RFQ-1001068State & Local

Submission Closed08/16/2024, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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The Iowa State University is seeking input from funeral homes and similar providers to develop a strategic plan for a proposed columbarium adjacent to its existing cemetery, with construction anticipated to begin in 2025. The project aims to offer burial niches for members of the university community, including alumni and fans, and the university intends to gather industry insights to determine the most effective management and operational approaches for the facility. The Request for Information (RFI) titled "Columbarium Services" is part of this process, with a response deadline set for August 16, 2024, and is managed under solicitation number RFQ-1001068. The university emphasizes compliance with procurement procedures, preference for Iowa-based products when applicable, and the importance of contractor qualifications, with the potential contract size ranging from $500,000 to $2 million. The project’s schematic and further details are accessible through the provided online link, and the university’s primary contact for this initiative is Cory Harms. The solicitation process is guided by detailed instructions that outline proposal submission procedures, inquiry protocols, and evaluation criteria, ensuring transparency and adherence to Iowa state procurement laws. The university’s procurement documents highlight the importance of competitive bidding, compliance with local and federal regulations, and the evaluation of proposals based on quality, cost, and contractor qualifications. While the primary focus is on establishing a management strategy for the columbarium, the university also emphasizes the importance of local sourcing and adherence to procurement policies. This initiative reflects Iowa State University’s commitment to engaging industry experts and community stakeholders to create a respectful and sustainable burial facility that aligns with its campus and community values.

General Info

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Iowa State University

NAICS

812210 - Funeral Homes and Funeral Services

Place of Performance

IA, USA

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Documents

RFQ-1001068 Columbarium Services RFI

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Iowa State University RFP/RFQ Instructions

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PostedJul 19

Solicitation

Response DeadlineAug 16

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Submission Closed

08/16/2024, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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AgencyIowa State University

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Organization / AgencyIowa State University

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Cory Harms

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Full Description

Iowa State University and the Iowa State University Alumni Association (hereafter referred to as “University” or “ISU”) are interested in receiving information, advice and ideas from funeral homes or other like providers to advise ISU on strategies to market and provide services for a proposed columbarium planned to be located next to the existing ISU cemetery. The proposed columbarium would provide burial niches for purchase by members of the ISU community including alumni and fans of the University. ISU is proposing to begin construction in 2025. The proposed schematic of the columbarium site is included as an attachment to this RFI. ISU will use the information gathered from this RFI to determine the best method to provide the services required to manage and operate the proposed columbarium.