Shawnee County Glass Spheres for Reflective Traffic Line Pavement Markings RFP 072-25
Shawnee CountyCounty · Topeka, KS- Due
- Jan 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
Shawnee County is soliciting bids under RFP 072-25 for the 2026 purchase and delivery of 44,000 pounds of glass spheres used for reflective traffic line pavement markings. The glass spheres must meet specific technical requirements including a refractive index not less than 1.50, specific sieve size graduations (U.S. Standard-Sieve No. 16, 40, and 100), and moisture resistance passing the 'Free Flow Test'. Packaging requirements specify 50-pound paper bags or 2000-pound bulk bags on pallets as per Addendum 1. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Shawnee County online portal (www.snco.gov/purchasing) by January 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract requires firm pricing for the 2026 calendar year and delivery FOB to the Shawnee County Traffic Division in Topeka, KS.
44000 lbs of Glass Spheres, Attachment 1, Signed Bid Form
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Summary
Shawnee County is soliciting bids under RFP 072-25 for the 2026 purchase and delivery of 44,000 pounds of glass spheres used for reflective traffic line pavement markings.
The glass spheres must meet specific technical requirements including a refractive index not less than 1.50, specific sieve size graduations (U.S. Standard-Sieve No. 16, 40, and 100), and moisture resistance passing the 'Free Flow Test'. Packaging requirements specify 50-pound paper bags or 2000-pound bulk bags on pallets as per Addendum 1. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Shawnee County online portal (www.snco.gov/purchasing) by January 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract requires firm pricing for the 2026 calendar year and delivery FOB to the Shawnee County Traffic Division in Topeka, KS.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- 44000 lbs of Glass Spheres
- Attachment 1
- Signed Bid Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Attachment 1
- Signed Bid Form
- Multiple Bids Cover Page (if applicable)
- Proprietary Divider Page (if applicable)
- Shawnee County CPA
- Submit to
- www.snco.gov/purchasing
- Scope location
- Topeka, KS
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 January 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: 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: 44000 lbs of Glass Spheres, Attachment 1, Signed Bid Form. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: Attachment 1, Signed Bid Form, Multiple Bids Cover Page (if applicable), Proprietary Divider Page (if applicable), Shawnee County CPA. 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. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.