City of Conroe - Playground Equipment for Oscar Johnson Jr Enrichment Recreation Center - Bid #0205-2026 (2026)
City of ConroeCity · Conroe, TX- Due
- Feb 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lauren Arnold
- (936) 522-3843
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Conroe is requesting bids for playground equipment and safety surfacing at the Oscar Johnson Jr Enrichment Recreation Center (OJJERC) for the Parks and Recreation department. Bid #0205-2026, Playground Equipment for OJJERC, due Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM, submitted electronically through OpenGov. Scope includes design and installation of an approximately 45' x 90' playground area featuring IPEMA certified ages 5-12 shaded multi-feature composite climbing structure with 8-10 elevated play components and ground-level play components meeting ASTM 1487. Work also includes installing approximately 4,050 square feet geotextile fabric underlayment, 150 cubic yards of new IPEMA certified Engineered Wood Fiber (EWF) shock absorbing material meeting ASTM F1292, ASTM F1951, ASTM F2075, ASTM F2223 and ASTM F3351, commercial plastic timber borders with galvanized steel anchors, and an ADA accessible ramp. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on February 5, 2026, at the Dean Towery Building, 401 Sgt. Ed Holcomb Blvd. S., Conroe, TX 77304.
Composite Playground Equipment w/ shade, Playground Equipment Assembly and Installation, Square Feet Geo-Textile Fabric Installed, Cubic Yards Engineered Wood Fiber Installed, 12”H Plastic Timber Border Installed, ADA Accessible Ramp Installed
Best Value pricing
SUMMARY
The City of Conroe is requesting bids for playground equipment and safety surfacing at the Oscar Johnson Jr Enrichment Recreation Center (OJJERC) for the Parks and Recreation department.
Bid #0205-2026, Playground Equipment for OJJERC, due Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM, submitted electronically through OpenGov. Scope includes design and installation of an approximately 45' x 90' playground area featuring IPEMA certified ages 5-12 shaded multi-feature composite climbing structure with 8-10 elevated play components and ground-level play components meeting ASTM 1487. Work also includes installing approximately 4,050 square feet geotextile fabric underlayment, 150 cubic yards of new IPEMA certified Engineered Wood Fiber (EWF) shock absorbing material meeting ASTM F1292, ASTM F1951, ASTM F2075, ASTM F2223 and ASTM F3351, commercial plastic timber borders with galvanized steel anchors, and an ADA accessible ramp. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on February 5, 2026, at the Dean Towery Building, 401 Sgt. Ed Holcomb Blvd. S., Conroe, TX 77304.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best Value pricing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Composite Playground Equipment w/ shade
- Playground Equipment Assembly and Installation
- Square Feet Geo-Textile Fabric Installed
- Cubic Yards Engineered Wood Fiber Installed
- 12”H Plastic Timber Border Installed
- ADA Accessible Ramp Installed
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Pricing Proposal
- Certificate of Insurance
- Form 1295
- Agreement and Certification
- HUB Certification or memo
- SAM.gov Status
- Signed Addendums
- Acknowledgement of Terms & Conditions
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofconroe/projects/228810
- Scope location
- Conroe, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Conroe?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 5, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofconroe/projects/228810. For questions, contact Lauren Arnold.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Conroe in TX, 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 Lauren Arnold at (936) 522-3843. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Composite Playground Equipment w/ shade, Playground Equipment Assembly and Installation, Square Feet Geo-Textile Fabric Installed, Cubic Yards Engineered Wood Fiber Installed, 12”H Plastic Timber Border Installed, ADA Accessible Ramp Installed. 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: "Best Value pricing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Conroe?
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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: Pricing Proposal, Certificate of Insurance, Form 1295, Agreement and Certification, HUB Certification or memo, SAM.gov Status, Signed Addendums, Acknowledgement of Terms & Conditions. Review the full document from City of Conroe for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Conroe, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.