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Iowa official source 2

Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ia_Frequently
Department • Iowa official source 2State • IAPosted • —Due • No due date posted

Federal opportunity from Iowa official source 2. Place of performance: IA.

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12-month awarded value
$2,706,841,172
Sector total $2,706,841,172 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$318,072
P10–P90
$42,300–$2,065,904
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($2,706,841,172)
Deal sizing
$318,072 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
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Applicable Wage Determinations

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Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
IA20260028 (Rev 0)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 16, 2026Iowa • Adair, Adams, Allamakee +94
Rate
BRICKLAYER (BRICKLAYER/STONE MASON) ZONE 1
Base $37.00Fringe $18.62
Rate
ZONE 2
Base $37.00Fringe $18.62
+56 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
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3 more WD matches and 56 more rate previews.
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Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
IA20260028 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 16, 2026Iowa • Adair, Adams, Allamakee +94
Rate
BRICKLAYER (BRICKLAYER/STONE MASON) ZONE 1
Base $37.00Fringe $18.62
Rate
ZONE 2
Base $37.00Fringe $18.62
Rate
ZONE 3
Base $37.00Fringe $18.62
+55 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
IA20260039 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published Jan 16, 2026Iowa • Crawford
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $48.48Fringe $33.91
Rate
BRICKLAYER
Base $29.80Fringe $17.16
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (Low Voltage Wiring)
Base $32.97Fringe $15.92
+23 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
IA20260054 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Iowa • Union
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $48.48Fringe $33.91
Rate
BRICKLAYER
Base $29.80Fringe $17.16
Rate
ELECTRICIAN (Low Voltage Wiring)
Base $32.97Fringe $15.92
+23 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
IA20260074 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Iowa • Story
Rate
BOILERMAKER
Base $48.48Fringe $33.91
Rate
TILE SETTER
Base $37.44Fringe $19.12
Rate
Bricklayer and Stonemason
Base $37.44Fringe $19.12
+20 more occupation rates in this WD

Point of Contact

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Agency & Office

Department
Iowa official source 2
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us; dot.purchasing@iowadot.us
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement List items for Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement Review frequently asked questions about bidding, proposals, registering as a vendor, and other procurement questions. How do I register to receive notices for purchasing opportunities with the Iowa DOT? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. How do I find the current average daily fuel prices? To get a username and password to access the average daily fuel prices web page, email DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us or call 515-239-1170 ext. 1. Please note this is only available to political subdivisions. Already registered? Get the average daily fuel prices. How am I notified of questions or updates to a bid or other opportunities? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. Why should I register to be a vendor? Registering as a vendor gives you automatic notices of bid opportunities when posted, live emails from purchasing about questions, automatic notification of amendments, and the opportunity to register for specific types of commodities and/or services. Register to be a vendor How long after I submit my bid will I be notified? There is no set time frame since each bid is on an individual basis, but by Register to be a vendor , you will be automatically notified when the bid award is posted. Who do I contact if I have a specific question not found on this website? If you know the agent on your bid, contact them directly or send an email to dot.purchasing@iowadot.us . Secondary Navigation Menu Purchasing Average Fuel Prices FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement List items for Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement Review frequently asked questions about bidding, proposals, registering as a vendor, and other procurement questions. How do I register to receive notices for purchasing opportunities with the Iowa DOT? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. How do I find the current average daily fuel prices? To get a username and password to access the average daily fuel prices web page, email DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us or call 515-239-1170 ext. 1. Please note this is only available to political subdivisions. Already registered? Get the average daily fuel prices. How am I notified of questions or updates to a bid or other opportunities? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. Why should I register to be a vendor? Registering as a vendor gives you automatic notices of bid opportunities when posted, live emails from purchasing about questions, automatic notification of amendments, and the opportunity to register for specific types of commodities and/or services. Register to be a vendor How long after I submit my bid will I be notified? There is no set time frame since each bid is on an individual basis, but by Register to be a vendor , you will be automatically notified when the bid award is posted. Who do I contact if I have a specific question not found on this website? If you know the agent on your bid, contact them directly or send an email to dot.purchasing@iowadot.us . Secondary Navigation Menu Purchasing Average Fuel Prices FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement List items for Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement Review frequently asked questions about bidding, proposals, registering as a vendor, and other procurement questions. How do I register to receive notices for purchasing opportunities with the Iowa DOT? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. How do I find the current average daily fuel prices? To get a username and password to access the average daily fuel prices web page, email DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us or call 515-239-1170 ext. 1. Please note this is only available to political subdivisions. Already registered? Get the average daily fuel prices. How am I notified of questions or updates to a bid or other opportunities? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. Why should I register to be a vendor? Registering as a vendor gives you automatic notices of bid opportunities when posted, live emails from purchasing about questions, automatic notification of amendments, and the opportunity to register for specific types of commodities and/or services. Register to be a vendor How long after I submit my bid will I be notified? There is no set time frame since each bid is on an individual basis, but by Register to be a vendor , you will be automatically notified when the bid award is posted. Who do I contact if I have a specific question not found on this website? If you know the agent on your bid, contact them directly or send an email to dot.purchasing@iowadot.us . Secondary Navigation Menu Purchasing Average Fuel Prices FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement

List items for Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement Review frequently asked questions about bidding, proposals, registering as a vendor, and other procurement questions. How do I register to receive notices for purchasing opportunities with the Iowa DOT? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. How do I find the current average daily fuel prices? To get a username and password to access the average daily fuel prices web page, email DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us or call 515-239-1170 ext. 1. Please note this is only available to political subdivisions. Already registered? Get the average daily fuel prices. How am I notified of questions or updates to a bid or other opportunities? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. Why should I register to be a vendor? Registering as a vendor gives you automatic notices of bid opportunities when posted, live emails from purchasing about questions, automatic notification of amendments, and the opportunity to register for specific types of commodities and/or services. Register to be a vendor How long after I submit my bid will I be notified? There is no set time frame since each bid is on an individual basis, but by Register to be a vendor , you will be automatically notified when the bid award is posted. Who do I contact if I have a specific question not found on this website? If you know the agent on your bid, contact them directly or send an email to dot.purchasing@iowadot.us .

List items for Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement Review frequently asked questions about bidding, proposals, registering as a vendor, and other procurement questions. How do I register to receive notices for purchasing opportunities with the Iowa DOT? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. How do I find the current average daily fuel prices? To get a username and password to access the average daily fuel prices web page, email DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us or call 515-239-1170 ext. 1. Please note this is only available to political subdivisions. Already registered? Get the average daily fuel prices. How am I notified of questions or updates to a bid or other opportunities? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. Why should I register to be a vendor? Registering as a vendor gives you automatic notices of bid opportunities when posted, live emails from purchasing about questions, automatic notification of amendments, and the opportunity to register for specific types of commodities and/or services. Register to be a vendor How long after I submit my bid will I be notified? There is no set time frame since each bid is on an individual basis, but by Register to be a vendor , you will be automatically notified when the bid award is posted. Who do I contact if I have a specific question not found on this website? If you know the agent on your bid, contact them directly or send an email to dot.purchasing@iowadot.us .

Review frequently asked questions about bidding, proposals, registering as a vendor, and other procurement questions.

Review frequently asked questions about bidding, proposals, registering as a vendor, and other procurement questions.

Review frequently asked questions about bidding, proposals, registering as a vendor, and other procurement questions.

How do I register to receive notices for purchasing opportunities with the Iowa DOT? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. How do I find the current average daily fuel prices? To get a username and password to access the average daily fuel prices web page, email DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us or call 515-239-1170 ext. 1. Please note this is only available to political subdivisions. Already registered? Get the average daily fuel prices. How am I notified of questions or updates to a bid or other opportunities? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. Why should I register to be a vendor? Registering as a vendor gives you automatic notices of bid opportunities when posted, live emails from purchasing about questions, automatic notification of amendments, and the opportunity to register for specific types of commodities and/or services. Register to be a vendor How long after I submit my bid will I be notified? There is no set time frame since each bid is on an individual basis, but by Register to be a vendor , you will be automatically notified when the bid award is posted. Who do I contact if I have a specific question not found on this website? If you know the agent on your bid, contact them directly or send an email to dot.purchasing@iowadot.us .

How do I register to receive notices for purchasing opportunities with the Iowa DOT? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. How do I find the current average daily fuel prices? To get a username and password to access the average daily fuel prices web page, email DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us or call 515-239-1170 ext. 1. Please note this is only available to political subdivisions. Already registered? Get the average daily fuel prices. How am I notified of questions or updates to a bid or other opportunities? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions. Why should I register to be a vendor? Registering as a vendor gives you automatic notices of bid opportunities when posted, live emails from purchasing about questions, automatic notification of amendments, and the opportunity to register for specific types of commodities and/or services. Register to be a vendor How long after I submit my bid will I be notified? There is no set time frame since each bid is on an individual basis, but by Register to be a vendor , you will be automatically notified when the bid award is posted. Who do I contact if I have a specific question not found on this website? If you know the agent on your bid, contact them directly or send an email to dot.purchasing@iowadot.us .

How do I register to receive notices for purchasing opportunities with the Iowa DOT? Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions.

Register to be a vendor with our online system to get notified of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions.

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Executive summary
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This notice titled “Frequently Asked Questions About DOT Procurement” from “Iowa official source 2” appears to be informational guidance rather than a solicitation for goods/services. It explains how vendors should register in the Iowa DOT online system to receive notifications of posted bids, amendments, and responses to questions, and notes bid award posting notifications are tied to registration. It also describes how to request access (username/password) to the average daily fuel prices web page by emailing DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us or calling 515-239-1170 ext. 1, and states this fuel price access is only available to political subdivisions. For questions not covered, it directs vendors to contact the bid’s agent or email dot.purchasing@iowadot.us.

Iowa DOT vendor registrationIowa DOT purchasing noticesbid amendments notificationsbid award postedaverage daily fuel pricespolitical subdivisionsDOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us515-239-1170 ext. 1
What the buyer is trying to do

Provide vendor-facing instructions for participating in Iowa DOT procurement: how to register to receive bid notices/updates, how notifications and awards are communicated, and how eligible entities (political subdivisions) can access average daily fuel prices; also provide a contact channel (DOT Purchasing) for unresolved questions.

Who should pursue this
No fit guidance extracted.
Work breakdown
  • Register as a vendor in the Iowa DOT online system to receive automated notices for posted bids, amendments, and Q&A responses.
  • Set up commodity/service-type registrations (within the vendor registration) to target relevant purchasing opportunities.
  • For political subdivisions: request credentials (username/password) to access the average daily fuel prices web page via DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us or 515-239-1170 ext. 1.
  • Monitor automated notifications and posted bid award announcements (no fixed award-notification timeframe; varies by bid).
  • Route bid-specific questions to the listed bid agent when known; otherwise email dot.purchasing@iowadot.us.
Response package checklist
  • Confirm this is not a bid/RFP: no solicitation number, no response deadline, and the content is procurement FAQs.
  • If seeking future Iowa DOT opportunities: complete vendor registration in the Iowa DOT online system and select relevant commodity/service categories to enable notifications.
  • If you are a political subdivision needing fuel price data: prepare an email request for web page access credentials to DOT.Purchasing@iowadot.us (or call 515-239-1170 ext. 1).
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Compliance notes
  • Average daily fuel prices web page access is stated as “only available to political subdivisions.”
  • Bid award notification timing is stated as variable (“no set time frame”), with awards posted and registration enabling automatic notification.
  • For bid-specific questions: contact the agent on the bid when known; otherwise use dot.purchasing@iowadot.us.
Pricing strategy
No pricing guidance extracted.
Teaming and subs
No teaming notes extracted.
Risks and watchouts
  • Misclassifying this FAQ page as a solicitation and expending proposal effort without an actual bid package, solicitation number, or deadline.
  • Assuming access to average daily fuel prices is available to private vendors; the notice states it is limited to political subdivisions.
  • Missing future opportunities by not registering and selecting the appropriate commodity/service types in the Iowa DOT vendor system, which the notice indicates drives notifications.
Smart questions to ask
  • What is the URL/name of the “online system” used to register as a vendor and manage commodity/service category notifications?
  • For an entity requesting average daily fuel prices access: what documentation (if any) is needed to verify status as a political subdivision?
  • Where are bid awards posted, and is there an RSS/email distribution list beyond the vendor registration notifications?
  • If a vendor is already registered: how can they validate/update commodity/service category selections to ensure relevant bid notifications are received?
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Link/name of the Iowa DOT online vendor registration system (URL) and any registration requirements.
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