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IA20260057 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Iowa • Buena Vista, Calhoun, Cherokee +15
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Contract vs Non-Catalog Requisition Decision Tree
Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: ia_Contract
Department • Iowa State University ProcurementState • IAPosted • —Due • No due date postedBid range • $625,611 - $741,464
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Iowa State University Procurement. Place of performance: IA.
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Place of performance
IA
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
Iowa State University Procurement
Agency
Not available
Subagency
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Office
procurement@iastate.edu
Contracting Office Address
Not available
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IA20260057 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Iowa • Buena Vista, Calhoun, Cherokee +15
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Description
Contract vs Non-Catalog Requisition Decision Tree This decision tree is to determine how to handle goods or services that are not purchased through cyBUY or on a P-Card/T&H Card. Please answer the questions below to determine how to process your request. The decision tree below will provide instructions on the best way to proceed with your request. Is this a request to renew an existing contract? [ yes ] [ no ] If you need to renew an existing contract, please contact the Contract Specialist/ Procurement Agent (if known), or email procurement@iastate.edu , or call 515-294-4860. Is the transaction amount $50,000 or greater? This would be the total amount for the purchase or the total amount for the life of any contract including any renewals. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, the assigned Procurement Agent will contact you to discuss the Competitive Selection process. Is this for Professional Services? Professional services are defined as unique, technical performed by an independent contractor qualified by education, experience, and/or technical ability to provide services. The services rendered are predominately intellectual in character, even though the contractor may not be required to be licensed. Professional services engagements may involve partnerships, corporations, or individuals and include consulting, marketing analysis, banking services, medical services, physicians, software development/design, and auditing services. [ yes ] [ no ] Did the supplier provide an agreement? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Professional Services Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, a Procurement Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Is this for an Equipment Loan Agreement? This includes trial, loan, demonstration, or evaluation of equipment. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Is this for a one-time order of goods or services or will orders be short-term for less than one year? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, an Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Index: Professional Services Contract Agreement (PSCA) Form Contract Request Form
Contract vs Non-Catalog Requisition Decision Tree This decision tree is to determine how to handle goods or services that are not purchased through cyBUY or on a P-Card/T&H Card. Please answer the questions below to determine how to process your request. The decision tree below will provide instructions on the best way to proceed with your request. Is this a request to renew an existing contract? [ yes ] [ no ] If you need to renew an existing contract, please contact the Contract Specialist/ Procurement Agent (if known), or email procurement@iastate.edu , or call 515-294-4860. Is the transaction amount $50,000 or greater? This would be the total amount for the purchase or the total amount for the life of any contract including any renewals. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, the assigned Procurement Agent will contact you to discuss the Competitive Selection process. Is this for Professional Services? Professional services are defined as unique, technical performed by an independent contractor qualified by education, experience, and/or technical ability to provide services. The services rendered are predominately intellectual in character, even though the contractor may not be required to be licensed. Professional services engagements may involve partnerships, corporations, or individuals and include consulting, marketing analysis, banking services, medical services, physicians, software development/design, and auditing services. [ yes ] [ no ] Did the supplier provide an agreement? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Professional Services Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, a Procurement Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Is this for an Equipment Loan Agreement? This includes trial, loan, demonstration, or evaluation of equipment. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Is this for a one-time order of goods or services or will orders be short-term for less than one year? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, an Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Index: Professional Services Contract Agreement (PSCA) Form Contract Request Form
Contract vs Non-Catalog Requisition Decision Tree This decision tree is to determine how to handle goods or services that are not purchased through cyBUY or on a P-Card/T&H Card. Please answer the questions below to determine how to process your request. The decision tree below will provide instructions on the best way to proceed with your request. Is this a request to renew an existing contract? [ yes ] [ no ] If you need to renew an existing contract, please contact the Contract Specialist/ Procurement Agent (if known), or email procurement@iastate.edu , or call 515-294-4860. Is the transaction amount $50,000 or greater? This would be the total amount for the purchase or the total amount for the life of any contract including any renewals. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, the assigned Procurement Agent will contact you to discuss the Competitive Selection process. Is this for Professional Services? Professional services are defined as unique, technical performed by an independent contractor qualified by education, experience, and/or technical ability to provide services. The services rendered are predominately intellectual in character, even though the contractor may not be required to be licensed. Professional services engagements may involve partnerships, corporations, or individuals and include consulting, marketing analysis, banking services, medical services, physicians, software development/design, and auditing services. [ yes ] [ no ] Did the supplier provide an agreement? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Professional Services Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, a Procurement Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Is this for an Equipment Loan Agreement? This includes trial, loan, demonstration, or evaluation of equipment. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Is this for a one-time order of goods or services or will orders be short-term for less than one year? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, an Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed.
This decision tree is to determine how to handle goods or services that are not purchased through cyBUY or on a P-Card/T&H Card. Please answer the questions below to determine how to process your request. The decision tree below will provide instructions on the best way to proceed with your request. Is this a request to renew an existing contract? [ yes ] [ no ] If you need to renew an existing contract, please contact the Contract Specialist/ Procurement Agent (if known), or email procurement@iastate.edu , or call 515-294-4860. Is the transaction amount $50,000 or greater? This would be the total amount for the purchase or the total amount for the life of any contract including any renewals. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, the assigned Procurement Agent will contact you to discuss the Competitive Selection process. Is this for Professional Services? Professional services are defined as unique, technical performed by an independent contractor qualified by education, experience, and/or technical ability to provide services. The services rendered are predominately intellectual in character, even though the contractor may not be required to be licensed. Professional services engagements may involve partnerships, corporations, or individuals and include consulting, marketing analysis, banking services, medical services, physicians, software development/design, and auditing services. [ yes ] [ no ] Did the supplier provide an agreement? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Complete the Professional Services Contract Request Form , once Procurement Services receives the completed form, a Procurement Agent will review the request and let you know if a non-catalog requisition is needed. Is this for an Equipment Loan Agreement? This includes trial, loan, demonstration, or evaluation of equipment. [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. Is this for a one-time order of goods or services or will orders be short-term for less than one year? [ yes ] [ no ] Submit a request to Finance Service Delivery or enter a non-catalog requisition in Workday. Once the non-catalog requisition is received by Procurement Services, a Procurement Agent will review and sign the agreement and issue a Purchase Order. C
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$625,611 - $741,464
Contractor-side estimate from visible notice metadata, NAICS/PSC, contract type, schedule hints, and BidPulsar workpaper assumptions. Not an IGCE, incumbent price, award value, or government budget.
Floor
$625,611
Target
$662,022
Premium
$741,464
Labor
$329,680
Direct
$32,000
Burden
$221,360
Fee + reserve
$78,022
Target $662,022Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions4 modeled rows
This advisory bid range is visible page text for contractors and search engines: it summarizes the modeled floor, target, and premium bid posture for this solicitation.
Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$3,516,281,615
Sector total $3,516,281,615 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,459–$3,347,126
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%($3,516,281,615)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
Files
Files size/type shown when available.
BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Feb 22, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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Iowa State University Procurement is seeking to clarify processes surrounding the handling of goods or services not purchased through their existing systems. The focus is on determining when to use a non-catalog requisition versus a contractual agreement, particularly for amounts starting at $50,000. This decision tree will provide the necessary guidelines for procurement agents and requesters within the university. Key engagement types include professional services and equipment loan agreements.
Iowa State Universityprocurement processnon-catalog requisitioncontract decision treeprofessional servicesequipment loan agreement
What the buyer is trying to do
The buyer aims to streamline the requisition process for goods and services that do not fall under standard purchasing methods, ensuring compliance with university policies and facilitating efficient procurement.
Who should pursue this
- Consultants with expertise in procurement process optimization.
- Contractor firms specializing in professional services.
Work breakdown
- Identify requests requiring contract renewals.
- Determine transaction amounts over $50,000.
- Assess if the requisition involves professional services.
- Review supplier agreements before proceeding with requisitions.
- Handle equipment loan agreements.
- Process one-time orders or short-term requisitions.
Response package checklist
- Detailed experience in professional services required by the university.
- Proof of past engagements in similar procurement processes.
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Ensure adherence to Iowa State University's procurement guidelines.
- Confirm all appropriate documentation is included with requisition requests.
Pricing strategy
- Pricing should be competitive and reflect the scope of services offered.
- Bidders should be prepared to discuss fee structures during negotiations.
Teaming and subs
- Potential partnerships with firms experienced in higher education procurement.
- Subcontracting arrangements with specialized consultants for niche services.
Risks and watchouts
- Misinterpretation of requisition types could lead to process delays.
- Non-compliance with funding thresholds could result in procurement violations.
Smart questions to ask
- What specific types of goods and services commonly require non-catalog requisitions?
- Can we have clear examples of prior successful procurement engagements in similar contexts?
Source coverage notes
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- No specific response deadline provided.
- No solicitation number available.
- Clarification on particular goods or services frequently procured is missing.
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