| Location: | Iowa |
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| Posted: | Jun 3, 2026 |
| Due: | Jun 12, 2026 |
| Agency: | State Government of Iowa |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation No: | 27ESDFSBCIIAM-0002 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
| PROCUREMENT TIMETABLE - Event or Action | Date/Time (Central Time) |
|---|---|
| DNR Posts Notice of RFP on the TSB website | 6/1/2026 @ 10AM |
| DNR Issues RFP | 6/3/2026 @ 10AM |
| RFP written questions, requests for clarification, and suggested changes from Respondents due Site Visit Location and Address: 1023 West Madison Washington, IA 52353 Is a Site Visit mandatory? NO | 6/10/2026 @ 12PM |
| 6/8/2026; 9-11AM | |
| DNR follow-up RFP written questions, requests for clarification, and suggested changes from Respondents due (no questions accepted or responded to after this date) | 6/11/2026 @ 4PM |
| Proposals Due | 6/12/2026 @ 10AM |
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL - IOWA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
RFP COVER SHEET
Administrative Information
RFP Number 27ESDFSBCIIAM-0002 Title of RFP Routine Janitorial Services for DNR Field Office 6
Agency Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
DNR Issuing Officer
Name: Christina Iiams
Phone: 515-240-6467 E-mail: christina.iiams@dnr.iowa.gov
PROCUREMENT TIMETABLE: The dates provided below are for informational and planning purposes. If the DNR changes
any of the Respondent's deadlines, the DNR will issue an addendum to the RFP.
Date/Time
PROCUREMENT TIMETABLE - Event or Action
(Central Time)
DNR Posts Notice of RFP on the TSB website 6/1/2026 @ 10AM
DNR Issues RFP 6/3/2026 @ 10AM
RFP written questions, requests for clarification, and suggested changes from Respondents due 6/10/2026 @ 12PM
Site Visit Location and Address: 1023 West Madison Washington, IA 52353
6/8/2026; 9-11AM
Is a Site Visit mandatory? NO
DNR follow-up RFP written questions, requests for clarification, and suggested changes from
6/11/2026 @ 4PM
Respondents due (no questions accepted or responded to after this date)
Proposals Due 6/12/2026 @ 10AM
Relevant Websites
Internet website where RFP, Addenda, and Questions and Answers to this RFP will be posted: State of Iowa Bid
Opportunities
Internet website where DNR Contract General Conditions and DNR Contract Special Conditions - Informal are
posted: Iowa DNR Solicitations & Construction Bid Lettings
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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose. The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to solicit proposals from Responsible Respondents to
provide the goods and/or services identified on the RFP cover sheet and further described in Section 4 of this RFP
to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The DNR intends to award a Contract(s) for the initial period
identified on the RFP cover sheet, and may extend the Contract(s) for up to the number of annual extensions
identified on the RFP cover sheet.
1.2 Definitions. For the purposes of this RFP and the resulting contract, the following terms shall mean:
"Contract" means the contract(s) entered into with the successful Respondent.
"Contractor" means the awardee to provide the contractual services agreed upon.
"DNR Service Contract General Conditions" means the General Conditions for Service Contracts as referenced on
the RFP cover page.
"DNR Service Contract Special Conditions - Informal" means the Special Conditions for Service Contracts as
referenced on the RFP cover page.
"Proposal" means the Respondent's proposal submitted in response to the RFP.
"Respondent" means the company, organization or other business entity submitting a proposal.
"Responsible Respondent" means a Respondent that has the capability in all material respects to perform the
scope of work and specifications of the Contract. In determining whether a Respondent is a Responsible
Respondent, the DNR may consider various factors including, but not limited to, the Respondent's competence and
qualifications to provide the services requested, the Respondent's integrity and reliability, the Respondent's past
performance relative to the quality of goods and services and the best interest of the DNR.
"Responsive Proposal" means a Proposal that complies with the material provisions of this RFP.
"RFP" means this informal Request for Proposals and any attachments, exhibits, schedules or addenda hereto.
1.3 Overview of the RFP Process. This RFP is designed to provide Respondents with the information necessary for the
preparation of competitive Proposals. The RFP process is for the DNR's benefit and is intended to provide the DNR
with competitive information to assist in the selection process. It is not intended to be comprehensive. Each
Respondent is responsible for determining all factors necessary for the submission of a comprehensive Proposal.
It is the DNR's intention to evaluate Proposals from all Respondents that submit timely Responsive Proposals, and
award the Contract(s) in accordance with the evaluation and selection criteria provided in this RFP.
1.4 Objectives. The Iowa DNR seeks to purchase routine janitorial services for the Environmental Services Field Office
located at 1023 West Madison in Washington, Iowa.
1.5 Background. Iowa DNR Field Office 6 (FO6) is located at 1023 West Madison in Washington, Iowa. One of six
regional environmental services offices; staff in this office assist citizens, business and industry in 16 SE Iowa
counties achieve compliance with Iowa's environmental programs.
The office space, approximately 6,000sf, consists of 17 office/cubicles, 2 restrooms - 2 stalls/1 shower each, a small
break room, a large conference room, entryway, two testing station cubicles, a sample lab, and a file area.
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SECTION 2 ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
2.1 Issuing Officer. The Issuing Officer identified in the RFP cover sheet is the sole point of contact regarding the RFP
from the date of issuance until a Notice of Intent to Award the Contract is issued.
2.2 Restriction on Communication. From the issue date of this RFP until a Notice of Intent to Award the Contract is
issued, Respondents may contact only the Issuing Officer. The Issuing Officer will respond only to written questions
regarding the procurement process. Oral questions related to the interpretation of this RFP will not be accepted.
Questions related to the interpretation of this RFP must be submitted as provided in Section 2.4. Respondents may
be disqualified if they contact any DNR employee other than the Issuing Officer about the RFP.
2.3 Downloading the RFP from the Internet. If the Respondent downloaded the RFP from the Internet; the Respondent
is advised to check the website periodically for addenda or updates to the RFP as the Respondent may not
automatically receive them. It is the Respondent's sole responsibility to check for addenda to posted documents.
2.4 Questions, Requests for Clarification, and Suggested Changes. Respondents are invited to submit written
questions and requests for clarification regarding the RFP; these must be emailed to the Issuing Officer on or
before the date and time listed. If the questions or requests for clarifications pertain to a specific section of the
RFP, Respondent shall reference the page and section number(s). Oral questions will not be permitted; the DNR
assumes no responsibility for oral representations made by its officers or employees unless such representations
are confirmed in writing and incorporated into the RFP through an addendum. The DNR will provide written
responses to questions, requests for clarifications, or suggestions received from Respondents on or before the date
listed on the RFP cover sheet.
2.5 Amendment to the RFP. The DNR reserves the right to amend the RFP at any time using an addendum. The
Respondent shall acknowledge receipt of all addenda in its Proposal.
2.6 Submission of Proposals. Respondents must submit the Proposal to the Issuing Officer's email before the
"Proposals Due" date and time listed on the RFP cover sheet. This is a mandatory specification and will not be
waived. Any Proposal received after this deadline will be rejected. It is the Respondent's responsibility to ensure
that the Proposal is received prior to the deadline. The costs of preparation and delivery of the Proposal are solely
the responsibility of the Respondent. Respondents must furnish all information necessary to enable the DNR to
evaluate the Proposal. Oral information provided by the Respondent will not be considered unless it is reduced to
writing. Hard copy mail and faxed Proposals will not be accepted.
The Respondent may amend or withdraw and resubmit its Proposal at any time before the Proposals are due.
Amended Proposals must be updated and resubmitted following the submission requirements. Respondents must
notify the Issuing Officer in writing prior to the due date for Proposals if they wish to completely withdraw their
Proposals.
2.7 No Commitment to Contract. The DNR reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals received in response to this
RFP, cancel this RFP, or advertise a new RFP at any time prior to the execution of the Contract. Issuance of this RFP
in no way constitutes a commitment by the DNR to award a contract.
2.8 Rejection of Proposals. The DNR may reject outright and not evaluate a Proposal for reasons including, without
limitation, that the Respondent:
2.9.1 Fails to deliver the Cost Proposal as a separate file.
2.9.2 Proposal limits the rights of the DNR.
2.9.3 Fails to include information necessary to substantiate ability to meet a specification of the RFP.
2.9.4 Fails to timely respond to the DNR's request for information, documents, or references.
2.9.5 Fails to include any signature, certification, authorization, stipulation, disclosure or guarantee required.
2.9.6 Fails to comply with the specifications of this RFP.
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2.9.7 Lacks sufficient evidence (including evidence submitted and obtained from other sources) to satisfy the
DNR that the Respondent is a Responsible Respondent.
2.9 Nonmaterial Variances. The DNR reserves the right to determine if a Proposal substantially complies with the
requirements of this RFP. Nonmaterial variances are not necessarily disqualifying. The determination of materiality
is in the sole discretion of the DNR.
2.10 Proposal Clarification Process. The DNR reserves the right to contact a Respondent after the submission of
Proposals for the purpose of clarification. Information received will not be considered if the information materially
alters the content of the Proposal or the type of services the Respondent is offering. Failure to comply with
requests for additional information, within the time specified, may result in the rejection of the Proposal.
2.11 Public Records and Requests for Confidential Treatment. Requests for treatment of information as confidential
must comply with 561 Iowa Administrative Code chapter 2. Any Proposal marked "Confidential" or "Proprietary"
on every page may be disqualified.
The DNR will copy and produce public records upon request as required to comply with Iowa Code Chapter 22 and
will treat all information submitted as non-confidential records unless the Respondent properly requested
confidential treatment at the time of the submission AND the information is deemed confidential under Iowa or
other applicable law.
2.12 Release of Claims. By submitting a Proposal, the Respondent agrees that it will not bring any claim or cause of
action against the DNR based on Respondent's misunderstanding concerning the information provided in the RFP
or concerning the DNR's failure, negligent or otherwise, to provide the Respondent with complete, pertinent, or
accurate information in this RFP.
2.13 Opening and Evaluation. The DNR will open Proposals after the deadline for submission has passed. The opening
of timely submitted Proposals does not mean that an individual Proposal has been deemed technically compliant
or accepted for evaluation. Proposals that are timely submitted and are not rejected will be reviewed in
accordance with Section 5 of the RFP.
2.14 Award Notice and Acceptance Period. Notice of Intent to Award the Contract(s) will be sent to all Respondents
submitting a timely Proposal. Negotiation and execution of the Contract(s) shall be completed no later than thirty
(30) days from the date of the Notice of Intent to Award or such other time as designated by the DNR. If the
successful Respondent fails to negotiate and deliver an executed Contract by that date, the DNR may cancel the
award and award the Contract to the remaining Respondent the DNR believes will provide the best value.
2.15 No Contract Rights until Execution. No Respondent shall acquire any legal or equitable rights regarding the
Contract unless and until the Contract has been fully executed by the successful Respondent and the DNR.
2.16 Choice of Law and Forum. This RFP and the Contract shall be governed by the laws of the State of Iowa. Any and all
litigation or actions commenced in connection with this RFP shall be brought in the appropriate Iowa forum.
2.17 Appeals. A Respondent whose Proposal has been timely filed and who is aggrieved by the Notice of Intent to
Award of the DNR may appeal the decision by emailing a written notice of appeal (in accordance with 11-Chapter
117.20, Iowa Administrative Code) to the Director of the Department of Administrative Services and copy to the
Issuing Officer. The notice must be filed within five (5) days of the date of the Notice of Intent to Award issued by
the Department, exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays, and legal state holidays. The written notice may be filed by fax
transmission to 515.725.2064 or emailed to the Director of the Department of Administrative Services. The notice
of appeal must clearly and fully identify all issues being contested by reference to the page, section and line
number(s) of the RFP and/or the Notice of Intent to Award. A notice of appeal may not stay negotiations with the
apparent successful Respondent.
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SECTION 3 FORM AND CONTENT OF PROPOSALS
3.1 Instructions. These instructions describe and define the format and content of the Proposal. They are designed to
facilitate a uniform review process. The preference is that all responses are typed but the Respondent may write in
responses, scan, and email the Proposal. Failure to adhere to the Proposal format and illegible or indecipherable
responses may result in the rejection of the Proposal.
3.1.1 The Proposal shall be divided into two parts: (1) the Technical Proposal and (2) the Cost Proposal. The
Technical Proposal and the Cost Proposal shall be labeled as separate files. The files shall be labeled with
the following information:
RFP 27ESDFSBCIIAM-0002 - Respondent Name - Technical Proposal
RFP 27ESDFSBCIIAM-0002 - Respondent Name - Cost Proposal
3.1.2 Files shall be attached to the Respondent's submission emailed to the Issuing Officer.
3.1.3 If the Respondent designates any information in its Proposal as confidential, the Respondent shall also
submit a public copy Proposal with confidential information excised as provided in Section 2.
RFP 27ESDFSBCIIAM-0002 - Respondent Name - Public Copy
3.1.4 Proposals shall not contain promotional or display materials.
3.2 Technical Proposal. Any information provided in the Technical Proposal is subject to consideration, evaluation, and
scoring. The following shall be included in the Technical Proposal in the order given below:
3.2.1 Executive Summary. The Respondent shall prepare an executive summary and overview of the services it
is offering, including all of the following information:
An overview of the Respondent's plans for complying with the specifications described in Section 4 of
this RFP. The explanation should include equipment, cleaning supplies, and supportive information
that indicates the Respondent's understanding of the required level of detail needed to comply with
the specifications.
For any "yes" responses to A2.1 on Attachment 2, the Respondent shall provide the following
information for the past five (5) years:
Terminated contract for services for any reason? Provide full details regarding the termination.
Damages or penalties assessed against or dispute resolution settlements entered into by the
Respondent? Provide full details regarding the circumstances, including dollar amount of damages,
penalties and settlement payments.
Provide details for any order, judgment or decree of any Federal or State authority barring,
suspending or otherwise limiting the right of the Respondent to engage in any business, practice or
activity.
Any other summary information the Respondent deems to be pertinent.
3.2.2 Background Information and Experience. The Respondent must provide Attachment 1 - Background
Information & Experience with the Technical Proposal submission. Additional pages should be labeled
accordingly.
3.2.3 Acknowledgments. The Respondent must provide Attachment 2 - Acknowledgement Form with the
Technical Proposal submission. Additional pages should be labeled accordingly.
3.2.4 Exceptions. The Respondent must provide Attachment 3 - Exceptions Form with the Technical Proposal
submission. Additional pages should be labeled accordingly.
3.3 Cost Proposal. The Respondent shall provide its Cost Proposal in a separate file for the proposed services. All costs
associated with complying with such DNR Service Contract Special - Informal and General Conditions should be
included in any pricing quoted by the Respondent. All prices are quoted pursuant to the terms and conditions of
this RFP. Respondent's Cost Proposal shall include an all-inclusive, itemized, total cost in U.S. Dollars (including all
travel, expenses, etc. in prices) for the proposed services. Cost proposals shall be submitted on the form included
in this RFP.
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| Deliverable | Task Milestone Date |
|---|---|
| Task 1: Weekly Cleaning Services Description: Perform the following services on a weekly basis. A. Floor Maintenance. This section includes under chairs, tables and mats located throughout. Return all furniture and mats to their original position once finished. Carpets: Vacuum all carpeted flooring. Not limited to, but primarily in the conference rooms, community office areas, and individual offices. o Perform spot cleaning to remove any visible carpet stains. Hard Surfaces: Sweep and mop all vinyl floors. Not limited to, but primarily in the laboratory, break area, and front entryway Mat Maintenance: Vacuum floor mats at both the front and back entrances. B. Restroom Sanitation Fixtures: Scour and disinfect all sinks, toilets, urinals, and showers. Surfaces: Clean all mirrors, walls, wooden stalls, and doors. Floors: Sweep and mop bathroom floor surfaces. C. Surface Dusting & Disinfection. Use disinfectant spray where appropriate. This section excludes individual staff offices. Community Office Areas: Hand-dust all open desktop areas, counters, cubicle tops, and bases. Shared Spaces: Clean and disinfect sinks, tables, and counters in the break area, conference room, and laboratory Entry Points: Clean the office entry door, specifically focusing on the glass and door handles. D. Waste Management Collection: Empty and clean all trash cans. Maintenance: Replace garbage bags as needed and return cans to their designated offices. Disposal: Place the final collected garbage bags in the trash can located outside the interior SE exit door. | This Task shall be completed on a weekly basis, on {confirmed DAY} after regular business hours. |
SECTION 4 SPECIFICATIONS
Overview. The successful Respondent shall provide the services to the DNR in accordance with the specifications
provided in this Section. All items listed in this section are Mandatory Specifications and the Respondent agrees that it
shall comply with the specifications throughout the full term of the Contract, if the Respondent is successful.
Merely repeating the specifications may be considered non-responsive and may disqualify the Respondent. If the DNR
determines the responses and supportive materials do not demonstrate the Respondent will be able to comply with the
Mandatory Specifications, the Agency may reject the Proposal.
4.1 Description of Statement of Work. The successful Respondent (Contractor) will provide routine janitorial services
on a weekly basis with some items being done midweek or on a periodic basis only. All janitorial services are to
take place at 1023 West Madison in Washington, Iowa. The Contractor shall supply and store off-site all necessary
equipment and cleaning solutions needed to complete the tasks.
4.2 Statement of Work Deliverables
Statement of Work. Contractor must perform the following Tasks by the Task Milestone Dates set out in the
following table. Requests for consideration of change to the Task Milestone confirmed DAY due to an unforeseen
conflict can be submitted to the DNR Project Manager.
Deliverable Task Milestone Date
Task 1: Weekly Cleaning Services
Description: Perform the following services on a weekly basis.
A. Floor Maintenance. This section includes under chairs, tables and mats
located throughout. Return all furniture and mats to their original position once
finished.
Carpets: Vacuum all carpeted flooring. Not limited to, but primarily in the
conference rooms, community office areas, and individual offices.
o Perform spot cleaning to remove any visible carpet stains.
Hard Surfaces: Sweep and mop all vinyl floors. Not limited to, but
primarily in the laboratory, break area, and front entryway
Mat Maintenance: Vacuum floor mats at both the front and back
entrances.
B. Restroom Sanitation
Fixtures: Scour and disinfect all sinks, toilets, urinals, and showers.
This Task shall be completed on a
Surfaces: Clean all mirrors, walls, wooden stalls, and doors.
weekly basis, on {confirmed DAY}
Floors: Sweep and mop bathroom floor surfaces.
after regular business hours.
C. Surface Dusting & Disinfection. Use disinfectant spray where appropriate.
This section excludes individual staff offices.
Community Office Areas: Hand-dust all open desktop areas, counters,
cubicle tops, and bases.
Shared Spaces: Clean and disinfect sinks, tables, and counters in the break
area, conference room, and laboratory
Entry Points: Clean the office entry door, specifically focusing on the glass
and door handles.
D. Waste Management
Collection: Empty and clean all trash cans.
Maintenance: Replace garbage bags as needed and return cans to their
designated offices.
Disposal: Place the final collected garbage bags in the trash can located
outside the interior SE exit door.
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| Deliverable | Task Milestone Date |
|---|---|
| Task 2: Midweek Cleaning Services Description: Perform the following services on a weekly basis, midweek. Empty trash cans; Vacuum and/or Sweep heavily traveled areas; Clean bathrooms, breakroom, and lab areas | This Task shall be completed on a weekly basis, on {confirmed DAY} after regular business hours. |
| Task 3: Periodic Cleaning Services; Every 8 weeks Description: Perform the following services every 8 weeks. Clean interior/exterior windows; Remove any collected dust or cobwebs from office, including walls and ceilings; Wipe down chair bottoms; Wipe down molding on bottoms of partitions; Remove smudges or other dirt or marks from cabinets, partitions and other areas. | This Task shall be completed every 8 weeks, on {confirmed DAY} after regular business hours. |
Deliverable Task Milestone Date
Task 2: Midweek Cleaning Services
Description: Perform the following services on a weekly basis, midweek. This Task shall be completed on a
Empty trash cans; weekly basis, on {confirmed DAY}
Vacuum and/or Sweep heavily traveled areas; after regular business hours.
Clean bathrooms, breakroom, and lab areas
Task 3: Periodic Cleaning Services; Every 8 weeks
Description: Perform the following services every 8 weeks.
Clean interior/exterior windows;
Remove any collected dust or cobwebs from office, including walls and This Task shall be completed every 8
ceilings; weeks, on {confirmed DAY} after
Wipe down chair bottoms; regular business hours.
Wipe down molding on bottoms of partitions;
Remove smudges or other dirt or marks from cabinets, partitions and
other areas.
SECTION 5 EVALUATION AND SELECTION
5.1 Introduction. This section describes the evaluation process that will be used by the DNR. The DNR will not
necessarily award the Contract to the Respondent offering the lowest cost. Instead, the DNR will award to the
Respondent whose Responsive Proposal will provide the best value to the DNR.
5.2 Evaluation Committee. The DNR will use an evaluation committee to conduct a comprehensive, fair, and impartial
evaluation of Technical Proposals received in response to this RFP. The evaluation committee will fully evaluate and
score all Responsive Proposals submitted by Responsible Respondents in accordance with this Section. The
evaluation committee will recommend an award based on the results of their evaluation.
5.3 Technical Proposal Evaluation and Scoring. All Technical Proposals will be evaluated to determine if they comply
with the Mandatory Specifications. In addition to other RFP requirements, to be deemed a Responsive Proposal,
the Technical Proposal must:
Answer all parts of Attachment 1 and Attachment 2; and
Include supportive materials as required to demonstrate the Respondent will be able to comply with the
Mandatory Specifications in Section 4.
5.4 Evaluation Criteria. Evaluation of proposals will be based on the following criteria, which are not listed in any
particular order of importance.
5.4.1 Cost. 25 pts
5.4.2 Respondent's professional experience, performance record, and reference. 30 pts
5.4.3 Compliance and thoroughness of Respondent's response to RFP Technical Proposal submittal. 15pts
5.4.4 Respondent's references demonstrate/identify the expertise and ability of the Respondent to provide the
goods and/services sought in the Statement of Work. 30 pts
Must score a minimum of 40 points for a cost proposal to be opened.
5.5 Cost Proposal Scoring. Cost Proposals will remain sealed during the evaluation of the Technical Proposals. After the
Technical Proposals are evaluated and scored, the Cost Proposals will be opened and scored. The cost proposal for
each respondent will be evaluated in comparison with the other cost proposals received.
5.6 Tied Score and Preferences. An award shall be determined by a drawing when responses are received that are
equal in all respects and tied in price. The drawing will be held in the presence of the Respondents who are tied. If
Respondents are unavailable, the drawing will be made in front of at least three non-interested parties. All
drawings shall be documented.
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SECTION 6 DNR CONTRACT SPECIAL AND GENERAL CONDITIONS
6.1 Contract Terms and Conditions. The Contract that the DNR expects to award as a result of this RFP shall comprise
the specifications, terms and conditions of the RFP, written clarifications or changes made by the Agency to the
RFP through an amendment to the RFP in accordance with the provisions of the RFP, the DNR Service Contract
Special and General Conditions as referenced on the RFP cover page, the offer of the successful Respondent
contained in its Proposal, and any other terms deemed necessary. No objection or amendment by a Respondent to
the provisions or terms and conditions of the RFP or the DNR Service Contract Special - Informal and General
Conditions shall be incorporated into the Contract unless the DNR has explicitly accepted the Respondent's
objection or amendment in writing.
6.2 DNR Service Contract Special and General Conditions - No Material Changes/Non-Negotiable. Notwithstanding
anything in this RFP to the contrary, Respondent may not take exception to or propose including language in any
resulting contract that conflicts with or is otherwise inconsistent with the following:
6.2.1 Indemnification. A clause that intends to seek indemnification from the State of Iowa, whether or not the
clause contains the words "indemnity" or "indemnify," is not a clause to which the State may agree. The
State will not agree to any clause that includes the language "to the extent permitted by law" because, as
explained, the State cannot indemnify Respondents to any extent.
6.2.2 Limitation of Liability. Iowa Code section 8A.311(22) and 11 Iowa Admin. Code Chapter 120 establishes
the rules to allow for the State of Iowa to agree to a contractual limitation of vendor liability clause in
limited circumstances. Any request by Respondent for the State to limit damages not in accordance with
Iowa law or administrative rules is a request with which the State cannot agree.
6.2.3 Jurisdiction and Venue. Iowa Code chapter 13 establishes that the Iowa Attorney General is the State of
Iowa's attorney for all purposes, including management of litigation and claims against the state. The State
may not preempt the Attorney General's authority by agreeing in advance to control the way litigation may
be managed in the event of a dispute. Likewise, the State cannot agree to the jurisdiction or laws of
another state or its courts, cannot agree to venue in another state, and cannot agree to participate in any
form of alternative dispute resolution.
6.2.4 Confidentiality. All Iowa state agencies are subject to Iowa public records laws. The State cannot agree to
contractual terms that attempt to prevent it from disclosing or disseminating records that constitute public
records under Iowa Code chapter 22.
6.2.5 Unliquidated Expenses (i.e., Attorney Fees, Add-ons, or Cost Increases). The State may not agree to
clauses which may obligate it to pay for claims that might exceed its current funding appropriation. The
State may only obligate those funds that have been appropriated to it by the Iowa Legislative Assembly
and may only obligate those funds for the purposes for which the funds were appropriated.
Special Conditions listed in this RFP
6.2.6 Term Length. The Contract shall have an initial term beginning on the date of contract execution (the
"Start Date"). However, the Contract shall not begin until the Contract Start has occurred or the Contract
has been signed by both parties, whichever is later. At the end of the Contract's initial term, the Agency
shall have the option, in its sole discretion, to renew the Contract on the same conditions, not to exceed a
total Contract term of six (6) years from the Start of the Original Contract by executing a signed
Amendment prior to the expiration of the Contract.
6.2.7 Payment Terms
6.2.7.1 Payment Methods. The State of Iowa, in its sole discretion, will determine the method of
payment for services as part of the Contract. This information will not be scored as part of the
Cost Proposal or evaluated as part of the Technical Proposal.
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) by Automated Clearing House (ACH). Payments are deposited
into the financial institution of the claimant's choice three working days from the issue date of
the direct deposit.
State Warrant. Paper check drawn by the Treasurer for the State of Iowa. The warrant is issued
upon receipt of proper documentation from the issuing department.
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6.2.7.2 Payment Terms. Per Iowa Code 8A.514 the State of Iowa is allowed sixty (60) days to pay an
invoice submitted by a Contractor.
6.2.8 Insurance. The Contract will require the successful Respondent, at their own expense, to maintain
insurance coverage(s) in full force and effect, for work performed during the entire term of the Contract.
The Contractor's insurance shall be with companies licensed by the State of Iowa, and shall insure against
all general liabilities, personal injury, and property damage. Where applicable, the Contractor shall ensure
it has any necessary workers' compensation and employer liability insurance as required by Iowa law.
It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to keep the respective insurance policies and coverages
current and in force during the life of this Contract. Contractor shall be responsible for all premiums,
deductibles and for any inadequacy, absence or limitation of coverage, and the Contractor shall have no
claim or other recourse against the State or DNR for any costs or loss attributable to any of the foregoing,
all of which shall be borne solely by the Contractor. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Contract,
the Contractor shall be fully responsible and liable for meeting and fulfilling all of its obligations under this
section of the Contract.
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ATTACHMENT #1 - BACKGROUND INFORMATION & EXPERIENCE
RFP 27ESDFSBCIIAM-0002
A response is required for each item and should be included with the Technical Proposal submittal. (Add additional
pages if necessary).
Any information provided in the Technical Proposal is subject to consideration, evaluation, and scoring.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A1.1 Provide the following information regarding the Respondent
Respondent Name:
Address:
Telephone Number: Email:
A1.2 What is the Type/Form of business entity:
Corporation Limited Liability Company (LLC) Partnership Proprietorship
A1.3 What is the state of incorporation, formation, or organization:
A1.4 How many employees are employed with the Respondent:
A1.5 Are there any d/b/a's or assumed names or other operating names of the Respondent? Yes No
If yes, please identify the other name(s), local addresses and phone numbers.
A1.6 Are there any other Respondent offices or facilities that will relate to the Respondent's performance under the
terms of this RFP? Yes No
If yes, please provide their addresses and phone numbers.
A1.7 Will subcontractors be involved with the Respondent's performance of this RFP? Yes No
If yes, please provide their name, contact information, nature of services being used, and qualifications.
A1.8 Provide the following information regarding the Respondent's representative to contact regarding all
contractual and technical matters concerning the Proposal.
Name and Title:
Address:
Telephone Number: Email:
10/2025 cmc 10 DNR Form 542-0927

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