Bid Conflicts

The Manual of Recommended Procedures for Competitive Bidding and Award of Building Contracts was first conceived in 1946 through joint cooperation of the Iowa Chapter, American Institute of Architects; the Iowa Engineering Society and the Master Builders of Iowa. In 1970 this group was expanded to include a broader representation of the construction industry, with representation from each of the following organizations:

American Institute of Architects, Iowa Chapter
Iowa Engineering Society
Master Builders of Iowa
Mechanical Contractors Association of Iowa
National Electrical Contractors Association, Iowa Chapter
Sheet Metal Contractors of Iowa, Inc. (added – 1988)
Central Iowa Chapter, CSI (added – 1988)

This group adopted the name “Construction Council of Iowa.”

The intent of the document is to provide recommended ground rules for competitive bidding procedures and award of building construction contracts. At the heart of these recommendations is the conviction that ethical competition is good for everyone. Use of these guidelines by the Architect or Engineer will secure for the Owner the best value per dollar spent and assure the Contractor his bid will be processed fairly, thus enabling him to price competitively.

The Construction Council of Iowa continues the aim of the originating organizations to produce a document which will help eliminate misunderstandings that arise in the course of bidding and making contract awards.