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State Library of Iowa IMLS 5 Year Evaluation Consultant

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DASIowa-005-RFB-2909-2027State & Local

Submission Closed08/07/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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The State Library of Iowa is soliciting bids for a consultant to conduct a comprehensive five-year evaluation of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) programs under the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). The selected bidder will be responsible for gathering statewide data through interviews, surveys, social media analysis, and focus groups with grantees, the Advisory Panel, State Library staff, and other key stakeholders, while also reviewing existing project data held by the State Library. The evaluation deliverables are outlined in the specification documents attached to the solicitation, and work may commence immediately upon issuance of the purchase order. This procurement is non-exclusive, allowing the State Library and any participating agencies to pursue similar services through other means if needed. The contract term and potential renewals will be specified in the solicitation, with the award decision at the discretion of the Lead Agency. The solicitation, numbered DASIowa-005-RFB-2909-2027 and posted on July 16, 2026, closes on August 7, 2026. Bidders must submit responses through the designated online portal, ensuring they save progress frequently and recertify submissions if any changes are made after initial certification. Amendments issued after submission require bidders to review, update responses if needed, acknowledge the amendment, and resubmit prior to the deadline—without losing previously uploaded materials. Primary contact for inquiries is Paul Manges, reachable via email. Participation is open to qualified bidders under a non-exclusive procurement framework, and it is the bidder’s responsibility to fully understand all requirements and seek additional clarification as needed to ensure a complete and compliant submission.

General Info

State Library of Iowa seeks consultant for five-year IMLS-LSTA program evaluation using statewide data collection.

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IowaView Agency

NAICS

541720 - Research and Development in the Social Sciences and HumanitiesView NAICS

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Not specified

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NONE

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005-RFB-2909-2027 State Library of Iowa IMLS 5 Year Evaluation Consultant

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Specifications for IMLS Evaluation Consultant RFB

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PhaseClosed

PostedJul 16

Solicitation

Response DeadlineAug 7

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Submission Closed

08/07/2026, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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Full Description

The purpose of this Request for Bids (RFB) is to solicit competitive bids from qualified Bidders to provide the goods, services, or both described in this RFB for the Lead Agency and any Participating Agencies. The Lead Agency intends to award one or more contracts for the term identified in the solicitation. At its sole discretion, the Lead Agency may extend the contract(s) for up to the number of annual renewal periods specified in the solicitation. Any contract awarded as a result of this RFB shall be non-exclusive, and the Lead Agency and Participating Agencies reserve the right to procure similar goods or services through other contracts or procurement methods as permitted by law. This RFB is intended to provide Bidders with the information necessary to prepare responsive and competitive bids. The solicitation process is conducted for the benefit of the Lead Agency and Participating Agencies to obtain the information needed to evaluate bids and select the Bidder(s) whose bid best meets the requirements of this RFB. This RFB is not intended to contain every detail or consideration that may be relevant to preparing a bid. Each Bidder is solely responsible for reviewing the solicitation and obtaining any additional information necessary to prepare a complete and responsive bid. Bid Submission and Amendments · Bidders are encouraged to Save Progress frequently, particularly after uploading documents. · If a Bidder opens a bid after it has been certified and submitted, the bid must be certified and resubmitted. Opening the bid does not remove previously entered information or uploaded documents. · If the Issuing Officer issues an amendment after a bid has been submitted, the Bidder must review and acknowledge the amendment, then certify and resubmit the bid. All previously submitted information and attachments will remain intact. Instructions for Responding to an Amendment 1. Review the amendment in the solicitation. 2. Complete any newly added or revised questions in the Questions section, if applicable. 3. Acknowledge the amendment. 4. Certify and resubmit the bid before the solicitation closing date and time. Description of Services The State Library of Iowa Is conducting an RFB to select a consultant who will conduct the Five-Year Evaluation of the IMLS. The winning Bidder shall work with the State Library of Iowa to provide the deliverables as listed in the Specificiations provided in the Buyer Attachments. In order to best carry out the deliverables, the Bidder shall collect data statewide by way of interviews, surveys, social media, and/or focus groups of grantees, and other stakeholders of the LSTA program, including the Advisory Panel and the State Library staff. The Bidder shall review and reference project data available at the State Library as needed. The work can begin as soon as the Purchase Order for these services has been received. The result of this solicitation will be a purchase order.