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Parks Library - Wayfinding and Branding

Agency: Iowa State University
Level of Government: State & Local
Category:
  • 76 - Books, Maps, and Other Publications
Opps ID: NBD18079769843805478
Posted Date: Dec 5, 2022
Due Date:
Solicitation No: RFQ-1000639 Addendum 2

Bid Information

Type Request for Quote (Public)
Status Awarded
Number RFQ-1000639 Addendum 2 (Parks Library - Wayfinding and Branding)
Issue Date & Time 10/6/2022 04:00:02 PM (CT)
Close Date & Time 10/27/2022 04:00:00 PM (CT)
Duration 20 days 23 hours 59 minutes 57 seconds
Notes
Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is soliciting information from qualified companies to provide and install wayfinding and branding signage inside of Parks Library.

Companies should read all materials carefully and note the due date.
Companies must submit all questions in the "Questions" tab related to this bid opportunity.
Contact Information
Name Matthew Linder
Address 1340 Administrative Services Building
2221 Wanda Daley Drive
Ames, IA 50011-1004 USA
Phone (515) 294-2834
Fax
Email mjlinder@iastate.edu
Bid Documents
Document name Format
Bid Invitation Acrobat / PDF
Public Question & Answer Acrobat / PDF
Bid Attachments
File Name Description File Size
ISU Instructions.pdf Review the instructions for important information. REVISED APRIL 2022 174 KB
ISU General Terms & Conditions.pdf Review the general terms and conditions carefully and any exceptions should be listed in the "Attributes" section. REVISED APRIL 2022 232 KB
2022_1003.pdf Design Specifications, Sign Specifications, Location Plans, Sign Count, and Message Schedule 11.72 MB
Insurance Language - Equipment Repair, Install, Maintenance (low risk) 09-2020.pdf Insurance Requirements - Equipment Repair, Install, Maintenance (low risk) 09-2020 28 KB
Bid Questions
Question Will adhesion tests be able to be performed for the various surfaces?
Answer The selected company can performed adhesion tests during the pre-installation/field verification meeting.
Submitted 10/24/2022 11:02:44 AM (CT)
Question Will there be a pre-install/field verification meeting?
Answer The selected company will schedule an on-site, pre-installation meeting to verify exact signage locations after award.
Submitted 10/24/2022 11:01:31 AM (CT)
Question Are the samples requested to be pieces or complete mock-ups?
Answer Samples are to be 12" x 12" pieces of the material where requested in the drawings.
Submitted 10/24/2022 10:59:12 AM (CT)
Question For Sign A Building Directory sign, Description: Map outline, icons and copy: Is the 3D tactile required or would digital printed graphic be allowed for this panel.
For Sign A Building Directory sign, description: Engineered Drawings Required for stability required, Is stamped engineering required or just shop drawings sufficient.
Answer
Digital printed is allowed. (This is a change from what was originally specified.) Also, shop drawings will be sufficient.
Submitted 10/18/2022 11:52:12 AM (CT)
Question For sign A Building Directory, the panels are asked to be removable. For hidden fasteners, is it required to have the panels to be tamper proof or would something akin to Velcro work to fasten the panels?
Answer The hidden fasteners shall be tamper proof.
Submitted 10/18/2022 09:58:05 AM (CT)
Question Will this bid be rewarded to one contractor as an All or Nothing Bid or is this a line item bid?
Answer The plan is to award to one company to provide and install.
Submitted 10/11/2022 09:29:56 AM (CT)
Question When the samples require. after bid ? please confirm
Answer Samples will be required after the supplier is selected, prior to fabrication.
Submitted 10/10/2022 12:35:06 PM (CT)
Question 5. Is there any License or Business registration required for this project?

6. Is there a preferred signage manufacturer required?

7. Is there a requirement for Prevailing Wage or Union Labour for this project?
Answer
The awarded supplier should be a registered contractor with the State of Iowa. https://contractor.iowa.gov/IowaIWD/CREG/common/index.jsp?lid=ReadOnlyiwdc&eaaUserId=


There is not a preferred signage manufacturer required. The signage will be custom-made.


There is not a requirement for Prevailing Wage or Union Labor for this project.
Submitted 10/10/2022 12:32:29 PM (CT)
Question Can you specify the signage types which require removal? I believe only "Sign Type D3, Wayfinding-Glass" requires removal. Can you confirm that?

Is there a requirement to pull a permit for this project?
Answer ISU will remove any existing signage that interferes with installation of new signage. No permits are required for this project.
Submitted 10/10/2022 12:32:08 PM (CT)
Question Is there a bid bond for this project?
Answer A Bid Bond is not required for this project.
Submitted 10/10/2022 09:17:01 AM (CT)
Bid Event Participation Activity
Activity Date Activity Name Description
10/13/2022 02:30:00 PM (CT) Pre-Proposal Meeting & Site Visit
There will be an optional pre-proposal meeting and site visit due to the nature of this RFP/RFQ. The location of this meeting will begin inside the main doors of Parks Library. Parks Library is located on the ISU campus at 701 Morrill Road.
No verbal statements by ISU or its representatives at this meeting will be binding. ISU will post all changes and material clarifications in the form of an addenda after the meeting. Contractors are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-proposal meeting. Failure to attend or have representation at the meeting will not result in the Contractor or individual being ineligible to participate in the competitive process.

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