Why can't I download .zip or .xlsx files to my iPad from a link on a webpage?

I'm building a website and have one file that is available for people to download in two formats -- .zip and .xlsx. When testing the website in Safari on my iPad, I am unable to download either file. I receive an error message that says "Download Failed. Safari cannot download this file." The downloads work fine on my laptop in all browsers, including Safari. I've only encountered this problem on the iPad.
How can I fix this? I'd like people to be able to download the files even if they are viewing the website on an iPad.
If you need to see the page in action to try it for yourself, please see http://techtamerclients.com/alcohemy/alcohemy-participant-workbook-delivered
Thank you!

Something to try.
Get the GoodReader app.
Then in your browser simply type the letter "g" in front of the http and press return.
The file will be downloaded into the GoodReader app.
Downloads Lite for iPad
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/downloads-lite-for-ipad-download/id383846063?mt= 8
 Cheers, Tom

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