City of Asheville Skate Rink Tiles Informal Bid Request IBR 2118-27 (2026)
City of AshevilleCity · Asheville, NC- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 5 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tawnya Vess
- (828) 259-5949
The 30-second brief
The City of Asheville is seeking bids for the supply, delivery, and professional installation of modular athletic surface tiles designed for public inline hockey and recreational skating under Informal Bid Request IBR 2118-27. The project targets an uncovered, four-season outdoor facility built upon an asphalt pavement base at 50 Asheland Avenue, requiring approximately 16,118 square feet of light gray skate rink tiles, 410 bright red tiles, associated hardware, edge ramps, and feature markings. Bids are due by 3:00 PM on Monday, November 16, 2026, and all questions or requests for exceptions must be submitted in writing by 3:00 PM on Monday, November 9, 2026, via email to [email protected]. The target delivery date for all materials is December 14, 2026. Required specifications include copolymer polypropylene matrix tiles with integrated UV stabilizers, anti-oxidants, weather-stable color pigments, biological resistance, and a minimum of 16 snap latches per unit. Bidders must also provide standard and optional extended warranty information, certificates of insurance demonstrating commercial general liability coverage, and comply with E-Verify and city tax policies.
SKATE RINK TILES, ASSOCIATED HARDWARE, INSTALLATION
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting specification requirements, taking into consideration past performance, service record, and reliability
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Summary
The City of Asheville is seeking bids for the supply, delivery, and professional installation of modular athletic surface tiles designed for public inline hockey and recreational skating under Informal Bid Request IBR 2118-27.
The project targets an uncovered, four-season outdoor facility built upon an asphalt pavement base at 50 Asheland Avenue, requiring approximately 16,118 square feet of light gray skate rink tiles, 410 bright red tiles, associated hardware, edge ramps, and feature markings. Bids are due by 3:00 PM on Monday, November 16, 2026, and all questions or requests for exceptions must be submitted in writing by 3:00 PM on Monday, November 9, 2026, via email to [email protected]. The target delivery date for all materials is December 14, 2026. Required specifications include copolymer polypropylene matrix tiles with integrated UV stabilizers, anti-oxidants, weather-stable color pigments, biological resistance, and a minimum of 16 snap latches per unit. Bidders must also provide standard and optional extended warranty information, certificates of insurance demonstrating commercial general liability coverage, and comply with E-Verify and city tax policies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting specification requirements
- Taking into consideration past performance
- Service record
- Reliability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- SKATE RINK TILES
- ASSOCIATED HARDWARE
- INSTALLATION
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
warranty information, signed addenda
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Asheville, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Asheville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Tawnya Vess.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Asheville in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Tawnya Vess at (828) 259-5949. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: SKATE RINK TILES, ASSOCIATED HARDWARE, INSTALLATION. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting specification requirements, taking into consideration past performance, service record, and reliability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Asheville?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 16, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: warranty information, signed addenda. Review the full document from City of Asheville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Asheville, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.