City of Hays - Bickle-Schmidt Sports Complex Playground Shelter - Request for Bid (2026)
- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jeff Boyle
- (785) 628-7375
The 30-second brief
The City of Hays is requesting bids for the installation of a pole-barn or metal frame type structure with metal roof over a playground at the Bickle-Schmidt Sports Complex. Bids will be accepted until 3:00 P.M. local time, Tuesday October 27th, 2026 at the Finance Office located at 1507 Main St., P.O. Box 490, Hays, KS 67601. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on October 8th, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the Bickle-Schmidt Sports Complex at the Northeast Quad of fields. The successful bidder will provide all labor and materials for this project to be a turnkey event, meeting 2015 International Building Code requirements including a 115-mph wind load and a 25 psf ground snow load.
Installation of a pole-barn or metal frame type structure with metal roof over a playground including labor and materials
Lowest possible cost
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Summary
The City of Hays is requesting bids for the installation of a pole-barn or metal frame type structure with metal roof over a playground at the Bickle-Schmidt Sports Complex.
Bids will be accepted until 3:00 P.M. local time, Tuesday October 27th, 2026 at the Finance Office located at 1507 Main St., P.O. Box 490, Hays, KS 67601. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on October 8th, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the Bickle-Schmidt Sports Complex at the Northeast Quad of fields. The successful bidder will provide all labor and materials for this project to be a turnkey event, meeting 2015 International Building Code requirements including a 115-mph wind load and a 25 psf ground snow load.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest possible cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Installation of a pole-barn or metal frame type structure with metal roof over a playground including labor and materials
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Summary Bid Form
- Submit to
- Finance Office located at 1507 Main St., P.O. Box 490, Hays, KS 67601
- Scope location
- Hays, Kansas
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Hays?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 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: Finance Office located at 1507 Main St., P.O. Box 490, Hays, KS 67601. For questions, contact Jeff Boyle.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Hays in KS, 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 Jeff Boyle at (785) 628-7375. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Installation of a pole-barn or metal frame type structure with metal roof over a playground including labor and materials. 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 possible cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Hays?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Hays are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Hays 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 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: Summary Bid Form. Review the full document from City of Hays for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hays, Kansas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.