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Pre-RFPParks & RecreationDetected Jun 16, 2026

The June 16, 2026 Saline Parks Commission agenda lists “Mini pavilions at parks” under New Business, indicating early discussion about adding small shelter structures in one or more city parks. No vendor, scope details, or budget figures are provided in the agenda, which suggests the commission is still at the concept or needs-assessment stage. This creates a pre-RFP signal for design, prefabricated shelters, site work, and related amenities such as concrete pads, utilities, picnic tables, and accessibility improvements. Vendors that provide pavilion structures, park design, or small construction services could engage staff to understand which parks are being prioritized, what size and materials are desired, and whether grant or local funds will drive the schedule.

Scope and park locations are not yet specified; likely to tie into broader park upgrades discussed i...

Town of SalinePlanning for mini pavilion installations in Saline city parks

Why this matters for vendors

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Parks & Recreation

Where this sits in the buying cycle

Now

Capital plan & early discussion

Next 1–2 Q

Scoping & vendor outreach window

6–18 mo

RFP / solicitation posted

Later

Award & contract

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Design was performed by County of Marin staff; Town anticipates periodic renourishment costs after c...

Town of Tiburon
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Grant Funding

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Fully grant-funded from State Coastal Conservancy (Fund 285); will likely require significant enviro...

Town of Tiburon
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