HVAC Update in DOT Ames Material Lab

The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) is seeking qualified contractors to perform an HVAC system upgrade in the Ames Material Laboratory facility. The scope includes removal of existing equipment, installation of new heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning units, integration with existing building controls, and testing/commissioning to meet laboratory standards. The bid period runs from early September to early October 2026, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. • Location: Ames, IA (DOT Ames Material Lab) • Work: Full HVAC replacement – design, demolition, installation, controls, testing • Contract Type: Invitation for Bid (public competitive) • Bid Opening: Not explicitly listed; submission deadline 10/5/2026 1:00 PM • Required Documents: Standard DOT bidding forms (not attached in excerpt) • Contact: Teri Schulz, Purchasing Agent (phone, email provided)