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Iowa State University Procurement

Card Services Fall Communication | Procurement Services | Iowa State University

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ia_Cardholder
Department • Iowa State University ProcurementState • IAPosted • —Due • No due date posted

Federal opportunity from Iowa State University Procurement. Place of performance: IA.

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Market snapshot

Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).

Market trends →Awards →
12-month awarded value
$1,606,932,264
Sector total $1,606,932,264 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$85,110
P10–P90
$27,155–$718,615
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%($1,606,932,264)
Deal sizing
$85,110 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
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Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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Applicable Wage Determinations

SAM WDOL references matched to this opportunity's location and scope language.

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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
IA20260017 (Rev 0)
Open WD
Published Jan 02, 2026Iowa • Jones
Rate
BRICKLAYER
Base $36.00Fringe $17.79
Rate
CARPENTER
Base $31.17Fringe $24.15
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $28.06Fringe $16.15
+9 more occupation rates in this WD

Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Iowa State University Procurement
Agency
Not available
Subagency
Not available
Office
cardservices@iastate.edu
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

New Cardholder Recertification Experience with Card Integrity Card Services has partnered with Card Integrity to streamline the cardholder recertification process. Continue reading → Why 30 Days Matter: Clarifying Expense Report Deadlines T&H Card transactions are required to be reconciled on an expense report within 30 days of the transaction date. Expense reports submitted more than 120 days after the last day of travel are not automatically eligible for reimbursement. Continue reading → Reminder: Visit Us at the Procurement Services Supplier Show! We’re excited to see you at the upcoming Procurement Services Supplier Show! Stop by our booth to put a face to the names, say hello, and chat with us about all things Card Services. Continue reading → Going on Extended Leave? Workday Will Remind You to Suspend Your Cards Planning extended leave? Workday now helps cardholders stay secure by prompting a temporary card suspension with a convenient “To-Do” reminder! Continue reading → Give Away Winners Congratulations to our monthly drawing winners! Continue reading → ← Card Services Communications Archive Upcoming Opportunities: October 14 - Procurement Services Supplier Show October 15 - Purchasing Card (P-Card) Orientation October 29 - Travel and Hospitality (T&H) Card Orientation November 4 - Purchasing Card (P-Card) Orientation November 18 - Travel and Hospitality (T&H) Card Orientation December 2 - Purchasing Card (P-Card) Orientation December 9 - Travel and Hospitality (T&H) Card Orientation Register through Workday Learning Need Assistance? Card Services Help Desk Phone: 515-294-7024 Email: cardservices@iastate.edu

New Cardholder Recertification Experience with Card Integrity Card Services has partnered with Card Integrity to streamline the cardholder recertification process. Continue reading → Why 30 Days Matter: Clarifying Expense Report Deadlines T&H Card transactions are required to be reconciled on an expense report within 30 days of the transaction date. Expense reports submitted more than 120 days after the last day of travel are not automatically eligible for reimbursement. Continue reading → Reminder: Visit Us at the Procurement Services Supplier Show! We’re excited to see you at the upcoming Procurement Services Supplier Show! Stop by our booth to put a face to the names, say hello, and chat with us about all things Card Services. Continue reading → Going on Extended Leave? Workday Will Remind You to Suspend Your Cards Planning extended leave? Workday now helps cardholders stay secure by prompting a temporary card suspension with a convenient “To-Do” reminder! Continue reading → Give Away Winners Congratulations to our monthly drawing winners! Continue reading → ← Card Services Communications Archive Upcoming Opportunities: October 14 - Procurement Services Supplier Show October 15 - Purchasing Card (P-Card) Orientation October 29 - Travel and Hospitality (T&H) Card Orientation November 4 - Purchasing Card (P-Card) Orientation November 18 - Travel and Hospitality (T&H) Card Orientation December 2 - Purchasing Card (P-Card) Orientation December 9 - Travel and Hospitality (T&H) Card Orientation Register through Workday Learning Need Assistance? Card Services Help Desk Phone: 515-294-7024 Email: cardservices@iastate.edu

New Cardholder Recertification Experience with Card Integrity Card Services has partnered with Card Integrity to streamline the cardholder recertification process. Continue reading → Why 30 Days Matter: Clarifying Expense Report Deadlines T&H Card transactions are required to be reconciled on an expense report within 30 days of the transaction date. Expense reports submitted more than 120 days after the last day of travel are not automatically eligible for reimbursement. Continue reading → Reminder: Visit Us at the Procurement Services Supplier Show! We’re excited to see you at the upcoming Procurement Services Supplier Show! Stop by our booth to put a face to the names, say hello, and chat with us about all things Card Services. Continue reading → Going on Extended Leave? Workday Will Remind You to Suspend Your Cards Planning extended leave? Workday now helps cardholders stay secure by prompting a temporary card suspension with a convenient “To-Do” reminder! Continue reading → Give Away Winners Congratulations to our monthly drawing winners! Continue reading → ← Card Services Communications Archive

New Cardholder Recertification Experience with Card Integrity Card Services has partnered with Card Integrity to streamline the cardholder recertification process. Continue reading → Why 30 Days Matter: Clarifying Expense Report Deadlines T&H Card transactions are required to be reconciled on an expense report within 30 days of the transaction date. Expense reports submitted more than 120 days after the last day of travel are not automatically eligible for reimbursement. Continue reading → Reminder: Visit Us at the Procurement Services Supplier Show! We’re excited to see you at the upcoming Procurement Services Supplier Show! Stop by our booth to put a face to the names, say hello, and chat with us about all things Card Services. Continue reading → Going on Extended Leave? Workday Will Remind You to Suspend Your Cards Planning extended leave? Workday now helps cardholders stay secure by prompting a temporary card suspension with a convenient “To-Do” reminder! Continue reading → Give Away Winners Congratulations to our monthly drawing winners! Continue reading → ← Card Services Communications Archive

New Cardholder Recertification Experience with Card Integrity Card Services has partnered with Card Integrity to streamline the cardholder recertification process. Continue reading → Why 30 Days Matter: Clarifying Expense Report Deadlines T&H Card transactions are required to be reconciled on an expense report within 30 days of the transaction date. Expense reports submitted more than 120 days after the last day of travel are not automatically eligible for reimbursement. Continue reading → Reminder: Visit Us at the Procurement Services Supplier Show! We’re excited to see you at the upcoming Procurement Services Supplier Show! Stop by our booth to put a face to the names, say hello, and chat with us about all things Card Services. Continue reading → Going on Extended Leave? Workday Will Remind You to Suspend Your Cards Planning extended leave? Workday now helps cardholders stay secure by prompting a temporary card suspension with a convenient “To-Do” reminder! Continue reading → Give Away Winners Congratulations to our monthly drawing winners! Continue reading → ← Card Services Communications Archive

New Cardholder Recertification Experience with Card Integrity Card Services has partnered with Card Integrity to streamline the cardholder recertification process. Continue reading → Why 30 Days Matter: Clarifying Expense Report Deadlines T&H Card transactions are required to be reconciled on an expense report within 30 days of the transaction date. Expense reports submitted more than 120 days after the last day of travel are not automatically eligible for reimbursement. Continue reading → Reminder: Visit Us at the Procurement Services Supplier Show! We’re excited to see you at the upcoming Procurement Services Supplier Show! Stop by our booth to put a face to the names, say hello, and chat with us about all things Card Services. Continue reading → Going on Extended Leave? Workday Will Remind You to Suspend Your Cards Planning extended leave? Workday now helps cardholders stay secure by prompting a temporary card suspension with a convenient “To-Do” reminder! Continue reading → Give Away Winners Congratulations to our monthly drawing winners! Continue reading → ← Card Services Communications Archive

New Cardholder Recertification Experience with Card Integrity Card Services has partnered with Card Integrity to streamline the cardholder recertification process. Continue reading → Why 30 Days Matter: Clarifying Expense Report Deadlines T&H Card transactions are required to be reconciled on an expense report within 30 days of the transaction date. Expense reports submitted more than 120 days after the last day of travel are not automatically eligible for reimbursement. Continue reading → Reminder: Visit Us at the Procurement Services Supplier Show! We’re excited to see you at the upcoming Procurement Services Supplier Show! Stop by our booth to put a face to the names, say hello, and chat with us about all things Card Services. Continue reading → Going on Extended Leave? Workday Will Remind You to Suspend Your Cards Planning extended leave? Workday now helps cardholders stay secure by prompting a temporary card suspension with a convenient “To-Do” reminder! Continue reading → Give Away Winners Congratulations to our monthly drawing winners! Continue reading → ← Card Services Communications Archive

New Cardholder Recertification Experience with Card Integrity Card Services has partnered with Card Integrity to streamline the cardholder recertification process. Continue reading → Why 30 Days Matter: Clarifying Expense Report Deadlines T&H Card transactions are required to be reconciled on an expense report within 30 days of the transaction date. Expense reports submitted more than 120 days after the last day of travel are not automatically eligible for reimbursement. Continue reading → Reminder: Visit Us at the Procurement Services Supplier Show! We’re excited to see you at the upcoming Procurement Services Supplier Show! Stop by our booth to put a face to the names, say hello, and chat with us about all things Card Services. Continue reading → Going on Extended Leave? Workday Will Remind You to Suspend Your Cards Planning extended leave? Workday now helps cardholders stay secure by prompting a temporary card suspension with a convenient “To-Do” reminder! Continue reading → Give Away Winners Congratulations to our monthly drawing winners! Continue reading → ← Card Services Communications Archive

New Cardholder Recertification Experience with Card Integrity Card Services has partnered with Card Integrity to streamline the cardholder recertification process. Continue reading → Why 30 Days Matter: Clarifying Expense Report Deadlines T&H Card transactions are required to be reconciled on an expense report within 30 days of the transaction date. Expense reports submitted more than 120 days after the last day of travel are not automatically eligible for reimbursement. Continue reading → Reminder: Visit Us at the Procurement Services Supplier Show! We’re excited to see you at the upcoming Procurement Services Supplier Show! Stop by our booth to put a face to the names, say hello, and chat with us about all things Card Services. Continue reading → Going on Extended Leave? Workday Will Remind You to Suspend Your Cards Planning extended leave? Workday now helps cardholders stay secure by prompting a temporary card suspension with a convenient “To-Do” reminder! Continue reading → Give Away Winners Congratulations to our monthly drawing winners! Continue reading → ← Card Services Communications Archive

New Cardholder Recertification Experience with Card Integrity Card Services has partnered with Card Integrity to streamline the cardholder recertification process. Continue reading → Why 30 Days Matter: Clarifying Expense Report Deadlines T&H Card transactions are required to be reconciled on an expense report within 30 days of the transaction date. Expense reports submitted more than 120 days after the last day of travel are not automatically eligible for reimbursement. Continue reading → Reminder: Visit Us at the Procurement Services Supplier Show! We’re excited to see you at the upcoming Procurement Services Supplier Show! Stop by our booth to put a face to the names, say hello, and chat with us about all things Card Services. Continue reading → Going on Extended Leave? Workday Will Remind You to Suspend Your Cards Planning extended leave? Workday now helps cardholders

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BidPulsar Analysis

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Feb 27, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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Iowa State University's Procurement Services is seeking to enhance the Cardholder Recertification Experience in partnership with Card Integrity. The initiative emphasizes the importance of timely expense reporting, requiring that transactions be reconciled within 30 days to ensure reimbursement eligibility. Additionally, upcoming orientations related to purchasing and travel cards in October and December provide opportunities to engage with stakeholders.

Card ServicesExpense ReportingProcurement ServicesRecertification ProcessCompliance Training
What the buyer is trying to do

Iowa State University aims to streamline the cardholder recertification process while enhancing compliance and user experience for cardholders.

Who should pursue this
  • Companies with expertise in card services and financial transaction management.
  • Firms specializing in process improvement and compliance solutions.
Work breakdown
  • Partner with Card Integrity for recertification process enhancements.
  • Communicate updated expense report requirements to cardholders.
  • Host multiple orientations on purchasing and travel cards for cardholders.
Response package checklist
  • Company profile and experience in similar projects.
  • Proposed strategy for improving cardholder recertification.
  • Details on how to facilitate expense report training.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Adhere to expense report reconciliation timelines.
  • Understand university procurement requirements.
Pricing strategy
  • Consider competitive pricing based on service enhancements anticipated in the proposal.
  • Factor in potential costs associated with training and implementation.
Teaming and subs
  • Collaborate with local compliance experts to align with university policies.
  • Partner with firms that have prior experience with educational institutions.
Risks and watchouts
  • Potential challenges in aligning new processes with existing systems.
  • Risk of low participation in orientations impacting effectiveness.
Smart questions to ask
  • What specific challenges are currently faced in the recertification process?
  • What metrics will be used to evaluate the success of the new system?
Source coverage notes

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

  • Specific metrics for measuring success of the recertification process.
  • Details on the scope of enhancements required from Card Integrity.
  • Exact dates for upcoming orientations to provide clarity for stakeholders.
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