Shawnee County Felker Soccer Fields Irrigation System Installation RFP 037-26
Shawnee CountyCounty · Topeka, KS- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
Shawnee County Parks + Recreation (SCP+R) is soliciting sealed bids for a turnkey irrigation system project at Felker Soccer Field, located at 2540 SW Gage Blvd., Topeka, KS. The scope includes design, hydraulic calculations, furnishing, installation, and commissioning of a complete system covering a 340' x 500' area for two new soccer fields. Required components include Hunter commercial-grade sprinkler heads and controllers, Nelson quick-coupler valves, mainline and lateral piping, electrical connections, trenching, and a pump system if necessary. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and on-site inspection is scheduled for September 23, 2026, at 10:00 am. Bids must be submitted via the Shawnee County online bid portal by September 30, 2026, at 2:00 pm CDT. A public works payment bond is required for work exceeding $100,000.
Irrigation system design, Hydraulic calculations, As-built drawings, Operations and maintenance information, Owner training
Lowest responsible and best bidder, suitability for intended use, labor cost, service and parts availability, maintenance costs
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Summary
Shawnee County Parks + Recreation (SCP+R) is soliciting sealed bids for a turnkey irrigation system project at Felker Soccer Field, located at 2540 SW Gage Blvd., Topeka, KS. The scope includes design, hydraulic calculations, furnishing, installation, and commissioning of a complete system covering a 340' x 500' area for two new soccer fields.
Required components include Hunter commercial-grade sprinkler heads and controllers, Nelson quick-coupler valves, mainline and lateral piping, electrical connections, trenching, and a pump system if necessary. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and on-site inspection is scheduled for September 23, 2026, at 10:00 am. Bids must be submitted via the Shawnee County online bid portal by September 30, 2026, at 2:00 pm CDT. A public works payment bond is required for work exceeding $100,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lowest responsible and best bidder
- Suitability for intended use
- Labor cost
- Service and parts availability
- Maintenance costs
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Irrigation system design
- Hydraulic calculations
- As-built drawings
- Operations and maintenance information
- Owner training
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Signed bid form
- Attachment 1 (Pricing schedules, References, Contact Information, Exceptions)
- Warranty information
- Project schedule
- Submit to
- Shawnee County online bid portal (www.snco.gov/purchasing)
- Scope location
- Topeka, KS
- Projected sq ft
- 170,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Shawnee County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 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: Shawnee County online bid portal (www.snco.gov/purchasing).
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Shawnee County 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 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Irrigation system design, Hydraulic calculations, As-built drawings, Operations and maintenance information, Owner training. 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 responsible and best bidder, suitability for intended use, labor cost, service and parts availability, maintenance costs" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Shawnee County?
All active and historical solicitations from Shawnee County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Shawnee County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Signed bid form, Attachment 1 (Pricing schedules, References, Contact Information, Exceptions), Warranty information, Project schedule. Review the full document from Shawnee County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Topeka, KS. The total projected area is 170000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.