Shawnee County RFP 039-26 Blaisdell Family Aquatic Center Water Slide Restoration Project
Shawnee CountyCounty · Topeka, KS- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2026
The 30-second brief
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation is requesting proposals for the Blaisdell Family Aquatic Center Water Slide Restoration Project under solicitation number 039-26. The scope of work includes fiberglass inspection and repair, advanced fiberglass repair, interior slide cleaning, polishing, and waxing, exterior slide cleaning and preparation, exterior fiberglass coating and painting, steel structure cleaning, corrosion treatment, steel priming, and steel finish coating for four water slide structures (McDonald Open Flume, Family Ramp Slide, and two Drop Slides). Project requirements include abrasive blasting in accordance with AMPP SSPC-SP6, containment and protection, warranty documentation, and completion by April 15, 2027, with liquidated damages of $500 per day. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2026, at 1:00 pm at the Blaisdell Family Aquatic Center located at 4201 SW Reinisch Parkway, Topeka, KS 66604. Questions are due by October 20, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Proposals must be submitted via the online bid portal at www.snco.gov/purchasing by October 22, 2026, at 2:00 pm CDT. Required coverage includes $1,000,000 general liability insurance, automobile liability, statutory workers' compensation, and a public works payment bond for projects exceeding $100,000.
Fiberglass inspection and repair; Advanced fiberglass repair; Interior slide cleaning, Polishing and waxing; Exterior slide cleaning and preparation; Exterior fiberglass coating/painting; Steel structure cleaning, Corrosion treatment, Priming and finish coating; Blasting and containment; Stairs, Handrails and related steel components restoration
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Summary
Shawnee County Parks and Recreation is requesting proposals for the Blaisdell Family Aquatic Center Water Slide Restoration Project under solicitation number 039-26.
The scope of work includes fiberglass inspection and repair, advanced fiberglass repair, interior slide cleaning, polishing, and waxing, exterior slide cleaning and preparation, exterior fiberglass coating and painting, steel structure cleaning, corrosion treatment, steel priming, and steel finish coating for four water slide structures (McDonald Open Flume, Family Ramp Slide, and two Drop Slides). Project requirements include abrasive blasting in accordance with AMPP SSPC-SP6, containment and protection, warranty documentation, and completion by April 15, 2027, with liquidated damages of $500 per day. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2026, at 1:00 pm at the Blaisdell Family Aquatic Center located at 4201 SW Reinisch Parkway, Topeka, KS 66604. Questions are due by October 20, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Proposals must be submitted via the online bid portal at www.snco.gov/purchasing by October 22, 2026, at 2:00 pm CDT. Required coverage includes $1,000,000 general liability insurance, automobile liability, statutory workers' compensation, and a public works payment bond for projects exceeding $100,000.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Fiberglass inspection and repair
- Advanced fiberglass repair
- Interior slide cleaning, Polishing and waxing
- Exterior slide cleaning and preparation
- Exterior fiberglass coating/painting
- Steel structure cleaning, Corrosion treatment, Priming and finish coating
- Blasting and containment
- Stairs, Handrails and related steel components restoration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover Letter
- Company Information
- Staff Assignment and Experience
- Materials and Coatings Information
- Warranty Information
- Signed bid form
- Attachment 1 (Pricing schedules, References, Contact Information, Exceptions)
- Public works payment bond
- Insurance certificate
- 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 October 22, 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: Fiberglass inspection and repair; Advanced fiberglass repair; Interior slide cleaning, Polishing and waxing; Exterior slide cleaning and preparation; Exterior fiberglass coating/painting; Steel structure cleaning, Corrosion treatment, Priming and finish coating; Blasting and containment; Stairs, Han. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Shawnee County?
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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: Cover Letter, Company Information, Staff Assignment and Experience, Materials and Coatings Information, Warranty Information, Signed bid form, Attachment 1 (Pricing schedules, References, Contact Info. 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.