Shawnee County Play Land Reconstruction Steel Picket Fencing RFP 004-26
Shawnee CountyCounty · Topeka, KS- Due
- Feb 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 27, 2026
The 30-second brief
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation Department (SCP+R) is soliciting proposals for the Gage Park Play Land reconstruction project under Quotation Number 004-26. The scope includes furnishing and installing a complete steel picket fence system (48 inches height) and stone columns at various locations including the Sky Trail Retaining Wall, PA-2 area, and RR-Trickle Channel. Work involves surface-mounted and core-drilled posts, black powder-coated steel components, and stone columns with artificial stone veneer or natural stone. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and on-site inspection is scheduled for February 5, 2026, at Gage Park Playland. Proposals must be submitted via the Shawnee County online bid portal by February 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Requirements include a 1-year warranty, specific insurance coverage (General Liability, Auto, Workers Comp), and potential bonding for projects exceeding $100,000.
Cover Letter, Company Profile, Project Approach, Project Schedule, Signed bid form, Pricing schedules, References, Shop drawings
Lowest responsible and best bidder based on labor cost, service, parts availability, maintenance costs, and quality/character of materials.
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Summary
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation Department (SCP+R) is soliciting proposals for the Gage Park Play Land reconstruction project under Quotation Number 004-26.
The scope includes furnishing and installing a complete steel picket fence system (48 inches height) and stone columns at various locations including the Sky Trail Retaining Wall, PA-2 area, and RR-Trickle Channel. Work involves surface-mounted and core-drilled posts, black powder-coated steel components, and stone columns with artificial stone veneer or natural stone. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and on-site inspection is scheduled for February 5, 2026, at Gage Park Playland. Proposals must be submitted via the Shawnee County online bid portal by February 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Requirements include a 1-year warranty, specific insurance coverage (General Liability, Auto, Workers Comp), and potential bonding for projects exceeding $100,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Lowest responsible and best bidder based on labor cost
- Service
- Parts availability
- Maintenance costs
- Quality/character of materials
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Cover Letter
- Company Profile
- Project Approach
- Project Schedule
- Signed bid form
- Pricing schedules
- References
- Shop drawings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Attachment 1 (Pricing and References)
- Contractual Provisions Attachment
- Supplemental Detail Sheets F-1
- F-2
- F-3
- Submit to
- Shawnee County Online Bid Portal (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 February 13, 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: Cover Letter, Company Profile, Project Approach, Project Schedule, Signed bid form, Pricing schedules, References, Shop drawings. 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 based on labor cost, service, parts availability, maintenance costs, and quality/character of materials." 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 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 (Pricing and References), Contractual Provisions Attachment, Supplemental Detail Sheets F-1, F-2, F-3. 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.