Notice of Request for Bid

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received electronically before 3:00 p.m. CST on Thursday, March 9, 2023, for fiber optic based internet service to 5055 Rec Dr., Marion, IA 52302, as requested by the City of Cedar Rapids Information Technology Department . The City will only accept bids submitted through the City’s Online E-Procurement portal system (IonWave). Email, fax or hard copy Submittals are not acceptable.

Suppliers are solely responsible for correctly submitting their response into the electronic system (IonWave). The City bears no responsibility for delays or errors in submittal of response by the Supplier.

Bids will be opened on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. CST (our clock).

Bids will be evaluated promptly after opening. After an award is made, a bid tabulation summary will be sent to all companies who submitted a bid. Bid results will not be given over the telephone or prior to award. Bids may be withdrawn any time prior to the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids; no bid may be modified or withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) calendar days thereafter.