Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Iowa Department of Public Defense.
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Oct 14, 2026
Oct 28, 2026
Iowa DPD seeks professional services to upgrade the existing USFilter controller and operator interface.
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City
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Johnston
County
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Polk
Address
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7105 NW 70th Ave
Phone Number
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(515) 252-4222
Zip Code
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50131
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Iowa Department of Public Defense
The board meeting addressed various capital improvement projects and administrative matters. Key topics included the approval of project descriptions and budgets for UI Healthcare medical facilities and campus ground services, and the acquisition of property in Iowa City for future campus development. Additionally, the board reviewed deferred maintenance projects, including the replacement of condensing water piping at Iowa State University and the demolition of an unoccupied building at the University of Northern Iowa. The meeting also covered lease renewals for cell towers, utility easements, and several policy manual revisions regarding human resources, construction moratoriums, and academic requirements.
The board discussed several initiatives including legislative session activities, deferred maintenance policies, and general education requirement reviews. A resolution was passed honoring a departing regent for his service. Additionally, the President of Iowa State University provided a report covering his transition, the university's engagement with various stakeholder groups, the university's role in STEM and AI initiatives, and the active involvement of student organizations in campus events.
Public-sector contacts connected to Iowa Department of Public Defense.
The Task Force meeting centered on defining 'computer peripheral' and determining the tax status of various items under the existing definition of 'computer.' Members discussed suggested definitions, favoring an option describing a peripheral as an ancillary device used to input or output information from a computer. They also considered specifying exempt items in the Iowa Code versus using a general term like 'computer peripheral.' The Task Force agreed to review a draft report to be submitted to the General Assembly at their next meeting.
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