City of Conroe - Structural Evaluation For Waterslide Structures - RFP #1009PARD-2025 (2025)
City of ConroeCity · Conroe, TX- Due
- Oct 23, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2025
- Primary contact
- Lauren Arnold
- (936) 522-3843
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Conroe is requesting proposals from qualified professional engineering firms or structural evaluation specialists to conduct comprehensive structural evaluations of waterslide structures and aquatic play units at the Aquatic Center in compliance with updated TML Risk Pool requirements and Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) amusement ride regulations. The work includes inspecting structural components such as slide towers, frames, columns, support structures, stair systems, railings, anchor points, platforms, slide flumes, joints, supports, enclosures, fasteners, and surface conditions, as well as checking the structural integrity of dumping bucket supports and verifying manufacturer maintenance intervals or five-year review cycles. Each unit must be evaluated by a licensed professional engineer or certified structural inspector. Proposals are due by October 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM and must be submitted electronically through OpenGov.
Written structural evaluation reports per unit including inspection methodology (30%), Observations with photos (25%), Professional certification (20%), And recommendations for repair, Replacement, Or further evaluation (25%), Formatted for TML Risk Pool compliance and TDI AR-100 documentation requirements
Inspection methodology 30%, Observations with photos 25%, Recommendations for repair, replacement, or further evaluation 25%, Professional certification 20%
SUMMARY
The City of Conroe is requesting proposals from qualified professional engineering firms or structural evaluation specialists to conduct comprehensive structural evaluations of waterslide structures and aquatic play units at the Aquatic Center in compliance with updated TML Risk Pool requirements and Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) amusement ride regulations.
The work includes inspecting structural components such as slide towers, frames, columns, support structures, stair systems, railings, anchor points, platforms, slide flumes, joints, supports, enclosures, fasteners, and surface conditions, as well as checking the structural integrity of dumping bucket supports and verifying manufacturer maintenance intervals or five-year review cycles. Each unit must be evaluated by a licensed professional engineer or certified structural inspector. Proposals are due by October 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM and must be submitted electronically through OpenGov.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Inspection methodology 30%
- Observations with photos 25%
- Recommendations for repair
- Replacement
- Further evaluation 25%
- Professional certification 20%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Written structural evaluation reports per unit including inspection methodology (30%), Observations with photos (25%), Professional certification (20%), And recommendations for repair, Replacement, Or further evaluation (25%), Formatted for TML Risk Pool compliance and TDI AR-100 documentation requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Certificate of Insurance
- W-9 Form
- Form 1295
- Agreement and Certification
- Acknowledgement of Terms & Conditions
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofconroe
- Scope location
- Conroe, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Conroe?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 23, 2025. 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. For questions, contact Lauren Arnold.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 RFP 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: Written structural evaluation reports per unit including inspection methodology (30%), Observations with photos (25%), Professional certification (20%), And recommendations for repair, Replacement, Or further evaluation (25%), Formatted for TML Risk Pool compliance and TDI AR-100 documentation requi. 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: "Inspection methodology 30%, Observations with photos 25%, Recommendations for repair, replacement, or further evaluation 25%, Professional certification 20%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Conroe?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Conroe are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Conroe regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Certificate of Insurance, W-9 Form, Form 1295, Agreement and Certification, 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.