Statewide Elevator Maintenance and Repair Services

The State of Iowa seeks qualified vendors to provide comprehensive elevator maintenance, repair, inspection, and emergency response services for all state‑owned and leased facilities across five geographic zones. Bidders must maintain a non‑residential facility within each zone they bid on, possess Iowa‑licensed elevator mechanic credentials, and submit flat‑rate monthly preventive‑maintenance fees plus hourly rates for non‑scheduled work. The contract runs from 12/01/2026 to 11/30/2027 (potential 5‑year renewal) and includes strict response‑time requirements, liquidated damages for missed deadlines, and compliance with ASME A17.1, NFPA 70, ADA, and Iowa Code 89A. Up to three lowest‑priced bidders will be awarded per zone (zones 1‑4) and three for zone 5. • Scope: Full‑service elevator upkeep – preventive maintenance, inspections, testing (CAT 1 & CAT 5), emergency repairs, parts replacement, and compliance reporting. • Geographic coverage: Statewide, divided into Zones 1‑5 covering 70+ counties. • Contract term: 12 months (12/01/2026‑11/30/2027) with optional up‑to‑5‑year renewal. • Pricing structure: Flat monthly fee per elevator (based on number of landings) + regular, overtime, and double‑overtime labor rates; plus hourly rates for non‑maintenance work. • Mandatory licensing: Iowa DIAL elevator mechanic licenses; compliance with ASME A17.1, A18.1, NFPA 70, ADA, and state codes. • Performance metrics: 1‑hour emergency response, 4‑hour urgent response, 2‑day routine response; liquidated damages for missed times. • No site visit required; bidders must submit bids electronically by 10/23/2026.