How to bid on restroom and accessibility improvements for Iowa DNR

What Iowa DNR is buying

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking a contractor for restroom and accessibility improvements at McIntosh Woods State Park in Cerro Gordo County. The work includes removing an existing vault restroom and installing a prefabricated replacement.

The project also includes pavement, sidewalk, curb, sign and paint removal and installation, plus excavation, subbase, seeding and erosion control. Sensitive areas must be fenced off and protected.

Key dates and the bid deadline

The solicitation was published October 28, 2026. Bids are due November 19, 2026. The posting lists the deadline as 11:00 a.m. CST; the provided summary also lists 12:00 p.m. ET.

Submit your response as directed in the posting before the deadline. Late responses may not be considered, so confirm the applicable time and submission instructions in the original posting.

Who this opportunity may suit

This construction IFB may suit contractors able to handle site and pavement work, restroom installation, excavation, and erosion control. Firms should review the project documents to decide whether the work fits their capabilities and whether they need other firms to support their response.

How to access the posting and documents

From the State of Iowa Bid Opportunities board, click “View the original posting” to open solicitation 24-03-17-01. The posting and its document list are public and can be viewed without an account.

Project plans, specifications, proposal forms and addenda are available through Beeline and Blue. The solicitation says to direct substitution requests and questions about the project, bidding or contract procedures to DNR Procurement by email, using the subject line “Contractor Question - Project Number - Project Location.” These requests must be emailed by 12:00 p.m. the Friday before bid letting.

Prepare a clear, complete response

Read the plans, specifications, proposal forms and any addenda before pricing the work. Check that your response addresses each requested item and follows the posting’s submission instructions.

Build your estimate from the stated work, including removal and installation tasks, excavation, subbase, seeding, erosion control and protection of sensitive areas. Identify questions early and send them by the stated cutoff; review the posting again for addenda before submitting.