IPBS HVAC - Motivair Units Replacement

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is soliciting bids for the replacement of two Motivair chiller units located at the Iowa Public Broadcasting Service facility at 6450 Corporate Drive in Johnston, Iowa. The solicitation, identified as RFB952500-01, was posted on July 12, 2026, with a response deadline of July 30, 2026. Bidders must submit proposals addressing the full removal and installation of the new chiller units, ensuring strict compliance with existing HVAC system specifications and operational requirements. All work must be performed in accordance with applicable state and local codes, and vendors are expected to provide detailed project timelines, equipment certifications, and warranty information. The contracting authority is the Iowa State and Local Government agency, with procurement handled through the Department of Administrative Services based in Des Moines. Katelyn Howells serves as the primary point of contact for all inquiries and can be reached via email at construction.procurement@das.iowa.gov or by phone at 515-721-7856. Proposals must be submitted through the official Iowa Bid Opportunities portal, and no set-aside provisions are specified for this procurement. Performance of the work is expected to occur at the designated facility in Johnston, though the agency’s administrative office is located in Des Moines. Interested parties are encouraged to review the full solicitation materials available on the provided UI link to ensure full understanding of technical requirements, submission guidelines, and evaluation criteria.