William Zumdome joined CIRAS as a Strategic Advisor serving southeast Iowa. William demonstrates expertise in global operations, strategic sourcing, and project execution. He has a successful record of optimizing plant efficiency, leading cross-functional teams, and developing programs that improve quality, safety, and financial performance. Previously, William served as an Operations Director at ITW Magnaflux, where … Continue reading CIRAS Staff News: Meet William Zumdome
Month: September 2025
DICA: Growing in the Federal Marketplace with CIRAS Guidance
DICA, a family business in Urbandale, Iowa, earned a $95,000 GSA contract with guidance from CIRAS APEX Accelerator. This milestone expands the company’s presence in the federal marketplace and demonstrates its ability to successfully navigate complex government contracting requirements. Company Overview DICA is a family-owned and operated company based in Urbandale, Iowa, with 38 employees. … Continue reading DICA: Growing in the Federal Marketplace with CIRAS Guidance
CIRAS BidMatch Service Moves to Paid Subscription Model
CIRAS is dedicated to helping Iowa businesses discover and pursue government contracting opportunities that fuel their growth. As part of this commitment, the CIRAS BidMatch service will transition from a free tool to a paid annual subscription of $199, effective October 1, 2025. Why is BidMatch changing? Due to some changes in CIRAS federal funding … Continue reading CIRAS BidMatch Service Moves to Paid Subscription Model
Understanding & Leveraging Federal Small Business Goals
Federal law requires that the government as a whole, as well as individual procuring agencies, attempt to meet certain goals for awarding prime contracting and subcontracting dollars to small businesses and certain subcategories of small businesses. Understanding the government’s small business goals can make a company more competitive in the federal government marketplace. What Are … Continue reading Understanding & Leveraging Federal Small Business Goals
Hach Company: 3D-Printed Prototyping for a Safer Blade-Cleaning Solution with CIRAS Support
Hach partnered with CIRAS to solve a persistent blade cleaning challenge. Using the CIRAS Digital Manufacturing Lab Powered by Alliant Energy and 3D printing, a team of interns developed a safer, ergonomic tool that reduces cleaning time and safety risks, saving the company an estimated $163,000 annually. Company Overview Since our founding in 1933, Hach® … Continue reading Hach Company: 3D-Printed Prototyping for a Safer Blade-Cleaning Solution with CIRAS Support