DOT ABS Diagnosis, Analysis, and Reporting Software
| Location: | Iowa |
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| Posted: | Jan 27, 2026 |
| Due: | Feb 26, 2026 |
| Agency: | State Government of Iowa |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | RFB-185-2532-2026 |
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Bid Information
Bid Number
RFB-185-2532-2026
Solicitation
DOT ABS Diagnosis, Analysis, and Reporting Software
Solicitation Type
Request for Bids
County
Polk
Description
Description
The State of Iowa Department of Management, on behalf of the Iowa Department of Transportation, (“Agency”) seeks qualified bidders to respond to RFB-185-2532-2026, DOT ABS Diagnosis, Analysis, and Reporting Software.
The purpose of this solicitation is to award a master agreement to the successful Bidder who can provide antilock braking system (ABS) diagnostic software to support maintenance of the Iowa Department of Transportation’s fleet of vehicles. The contract is expected to begin April 1, 2026, and end March 31, 2027, with up to nine (9) annual extensions at the Agency’s sole discretion.
The successful Bidder(s) will provide licenses for the Agency to use its software, which must meet the specifications as listed in IMPACS. All deliverables will be subject to the Agency’s review and approval.
Agency Information
Number
185
Name
Department of Management - IT
Address 1
200 E Grand Ave.
Address 2
City/State/Zip
Des Moines, IA 50309
Contact Information
Contact Name
Steve Dawson
Contact Title
Contact Email
Contact Phone Number
(515) 281-3322
Contact Phone Extension
Contact Other Number
Contact Fax Number
Valid Dates
From
1/27/2026 8:00:00 AM
Until
2/26/2026 3:00:00 PM
Documents/Attachments
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RFB-185-2532-2026
DOT ABS Diagnosis, Analysis, and Reporting Software
Request for Bids—Bid Specifications
The State of Iowa Department of Management, on behalf of the Iowa Department of Transportation,
(“Agency”) seeks qualified bidders to respond to RFB-185-2532-2026, DOT ABS Diagnosis, Analysis, and
Reporting Software.
The purpose of this solicitation is to award a master agreement to the successful Bidder who can provide
antilock braking system (ABS) diagnostic software to support maintenance of the Iowa Department of
Transportation’s fleet of vehicles. The contract is expected to begin April 1, 2026, and end March 31, 2027,
with up to nine (9) annual extensions at the Agency’s sole discretion.
The successful Bidder(s) will provide licenses for the Agency to use its software, which must meet the
specifications listed below. All deliverables will be subject to the Agency’s review and approval, and the
final list of deliverables may differ from the list below.
1. Core Functional Requirements
a. Multi-OEM Compatibility:
i. Must support diagnostics for ABS systems from Bendix, WABCO, Haldex,
Meritor, Knorr-Bremse, and other major OEMs.
b. Diagnostic Capabilities:
i. Read and interpret ABS fault codes (DTCs).
ii. Retrieve live sensor data, event logs, and freeze frame data.
iii. Perform bi-directional controls (e.g., valve actuation, modulator tests).
iv. Provide wiring diagrams and component-level diagnostics (e.g., wheel speed
sensors, ECUs).
v. Graph and trend sensor signals and waveform data.
c. Protocol Support:
i. Must support J1939, J1708/J1587, OBD, CAN, and proprietary OEM protocols.
2. Hardware & Interface Compatibility
a. Diagnostic Adapter Support:
i. Fully compatible with Nexiq USB Link 2 and 3.
b. Operating System:
i. Must run on Windows 11 (64-bit).
c. Offline Capability:
i. Must be fully functional without internet access for roadside or remote diagnostics.
ii. Licensing and updates should not require constant connectivity.
3. Deployment Options
a. Software Type:
i. Preferably Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) or Software as a Service
(SaaS) with minimal customization.
ii. Should support on-premise installation for secure environments.
b. Installation Requirements:
i. Clearly defined hardware and software prerequisites for laptops and workstations.
ii. Lightweight enough for field laptops used in roadside diagnostics.
4. Training, Documentation & Support
a. Training:
i. Onboarding and training for Iowa DOT technicians.
ii. Online training modules and instructor-led sessions.
b. Documentation:
i. Comprehensive user manuals, technical guides, and troubleshooting
documentation.
c. Support:
i. Tiered support options (e.g., 24/7 help desk, business hours).
ii. Access to knowledge base and FAQs.
5. Licensing & Administration
a. Licensing Model:
i. Options for fleet-wide or per-unit licensing.
ii. Support for state/government discounts.
b. Audit & Management Tools:
i. Ability to generate licensing audit reports.
ii. Tools to manage and track users, devices, and license usage.
6. Additional Features
a. Demo/Trial Availability:
i. A trial version or demo environment should be available for evaluation.
b. Update Mechanism:
i. Support for automatic or manual updates.
ii. Offline update packages for field-deployed systems.
c. Integration:
i. Ability to integrate with fleet maintenance systems, telematics, and asset
management platforms.
This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.
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