Capitol Complex Parking Lot 2 Hoover West Replacement & Capitol Complex Parking Lot 11 Jessie Parker Replacement
| Location: | Iowa |
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| Posted: | Mar 4, 2026 |
| Due: | Mar 23, 2026 |
| Agency: | State Government of Iowa |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation No: | RFP953600-01 |
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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
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
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.
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