| Department of transportation | Iowa Department of Transportation |
|---|---|
| Consultant prequalification | Contracts include letting information and contractor prequalification requirements. Prequalification page |
| Consultant selection and contracts | Check with the agency. |
| Where solicitations are posted | Open Requests for Proposals (RFPs) can be viewed from the Consultants & Contractors page. Lettings and bids |
| DBE program | The DBE program helps disadvantaged businesses get Iowa DOT contracts and ensures there is no discrimination in contract awards and administration. DBE program page |
| Prequalification renewal | Check with the agency. |
| Statewide procurement portal | Iowa DAS Procurement |
How to win design work with the Iowa DOT
Start with the Iowa DOT Consultants & Contractors page. Review its letting information, contractor prequalification requirements, and open RFPs. Confirm the current requirements and how to submit on the DOT site before pursuing a project.
For federally funded architecture and engineering work, expect qualifications-based selection under the Brooks Act. Prepare clear examples of relevant work, staff qualifications, and project approach. For federal-aid contracts, check the solicitation for DBE goals and plan how your team will meet them. Iowa DOT says its DBE program supports disadvantaged businesses and guards against discrimination in awards and contract administration. Check the DOT site for current DBE requirements. For other procurement details, consult Iowa DAS Procurement and confirm the applicable process with the agency.
Owner checklist
- Review Iowa DOT letting information and contractor prequalification requirements before pursuing work.
- Check the Consultants & Contractors page for open RFPs.
- For federally funded A/E work, prepare qualifications for selection under the Brooks Act.
- For federal-aid contracts, review DBE goals and confirm current program requirements on the DOT site.
