Bid guide
How to bid on Fingerprint Collection and Submission Services for IA Department of Administrative Services
What the agency is buying
The Iowa Department of Administrative Services is looking for vendors to provide fingerprint collection and submission services. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in security and identity verification services to work with a state agency.
Key dates and deadlines
This Invitation for Bid (IFB) was published on July 31, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is August 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All bids must be received by this time.
It is important to submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that provide security services, specifically those with expertise and infrastructure for fingerprint collection and secure submission. Firms with experience in handling sensitive personal data and adhering to relevant regulations will be well-suited.
The relevant category for this bid is security services.
How to respond
To access the bid documents and instructions, you need to go to the State of Iowa Bid Opportunities board. The specific posting number is 005-RFB-2913-2027. Viewing the posting and its associated documents is public and does not require an account.
Once you have reviewed the bid documents, submit your response as directed within the posting before the stated deadline. For any questions, you can contact Paul Manges.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, ensure you clearly outline your firm's experience with fingerprint collection and submission, including any relevant certifications or compliance standards you meet. Detail your process for ensuring accuracy, security, and privacy of collected data.
Provide a clear and competitive pricing structure. Review all requirements in the bid documents carefully and ensure your proposal addresses each point thoroughly. Double-check all submissions for completeness and accuracy before the deadline.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Department of Administrative Services; the original posting controls.