Hand Tools/Power Tools

Iowa State University (ISU) is issuing a public Request for Proposal to acquire a broad range of hand tools and power tools for its Central Stores on an as‑needed basis. Contractors must submit bids through the ISUBid system and must quote the exact manufacturers and model numbers listed; alternates are not accepted. The contract will be awarded to a qualified vendor that meets ISU’s specifications and payment terms (net 30). The solicitation includes a question cut‑off on 10/19/2026 and a final bid submission deadline of 10/23/2026. ISU requires vendors to be registered in its procurement system and to comply with Iowa preference statutes for locally produced goods. • Supply of specified hand and power tools (e.g., Milwaukee, Stanley, Corona) • No substitute products allowed; exact model numbers required • Bids submitted electronically via ISUBid • Payment terms net 30, credit‑card account available • Vendor must be registered in ISU’s supplier system • Deadline for questions: 10/19/2026; bid deadline: 10/23/2026 • Contract may be a purchase order or supplier contract, with indefinite “as‑needed” delivery schedule.