Waterslide Maintenance
| Location: | California |
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| Posted: | Sep 1, 2026 |
| Due: | Sep 30, 2026 |
| Agency: | City of Dublin |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Bid Title: |
Waterslide Maintenance
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| Category: | Parks and Community Services |
| Status: | Open |
| Bid Recipient: | Dustin Stene |
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Waterslide Maintenance
City of Dublin
Proposals must be received by: September 30, 2026, Before 4:00 PM
Dustin Stene, Recreation Supervisor
Dustin.Stene@dublin.ca.gov
100 Civic Plaza
City of Dublin, CA 94568
Proposals will be evaluated on the following: a) responsiveness to the Request for Proposal questions, b)
experience of the Proposer, c) experience and qualifications of the assigned individuals, and d) Satisfaction
of previous clients.
Overview
Request for Proposal
For
Waterslide Maintenance
The City of Dublin is requesting proposals for waterslide maintenance services for the award-winning,
31,000-square-foot Wave Aquatic Center, located at Emerald Glen Park in Dublin, California. The
boardwalk-themed waterpark features a six-waterslide tower, including two speed slides, as well as an
aquatic play structure known as the Splash Zone.
The requested services include biannual preventative maintenance and inspections, as well as as-needed
maintenance and repair services throughout the contract term. The contract period will begin in
November 2026 and continue through June 2029, with the option of one additional one-year extension.
Project Description:
The Wave Aquatic Center’s waterslide and aquatic play amenities include:
1. A waterslide tower featuring six waterslides, including two speed slides and associated slide
runouts.
2. An aquatic play structure (Splash Zone) featuring two children’s waterslides with independent
runouts and multiple interactive spray and play features.
The City is seeking proposals from qualified waterslide maintenance providers to perform regularly
scheduled preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs, and as-needed services as described below.
Biannual service shall include a comprehensive inspection and necessary preventative maintenance and
repairs of all waterslides and associated components. The preseason service shall prepare the waterslides
for the annual California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) inspection and the
opening of the Waterpark season. The Contractor shall be prepared to address findings identified during
the annual California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) inspection of the waterslides.
This includes providing and completing repairs, corrections, or other services necessary to address
identified deficiencies and obtain required certification or approval for the waterslides to operate for
public use. Any work resulting from Cal/OSHA findings shall be coordinated with the City and completed
within the timeframe necessary to support the scheduled opening and continued operation of the
Waterpark. The postseason service shall assess the condition of the waterslides following seasonal
operations and prepare the equipment for the winter closure period.
1. Service Schedule
o Preseason inspection, maintenance, and required repairs shall be completed by April 1 of
each year.
o Postseason inspection and maintenance shall be completed by October 31 of each year.
2. Rope Access Requirements
o Inspection, maintenance, and repair of the two speed slides require rope-access work.
Contractors performing this work shall maintain appropriate emergency rope-access
certification and shall provide documentation of required certifications to the City prior
to performing work.
Waterslides: Documentation of all completed repairs shall be submitted to the City within five business
days of completion and shall include the date of repair, name(s) of the individual(s) performing the repair,
and a description of the work completed.
3. Waterslide Inventory
o Slide A – Riptide Rider: 251 ft.
o Slide B – Golden Wave: 199 ft.
o Slide C – Mt. Diablue: 245 ft.
o Slide D – Shamrock Swirl: 71 ft.
o Slide E – Dublin Screamer Speed Slide: 176 ft. (rope-access work required)
o Slide F – Emerald Plunge Speed Slide: 154 ft. (rope-access work required)
o Associated slide runouts
4. Waterslide Maintenance Services, The Contractor shall provide the following services:
o Wax and inspect all waterslides twice annually using High Gloss Waterslide
Protectant/Sealant/Wax, or a City-approved equivalent, applied to the complete interior
surface of each slide.
▪ Preseason waxing shall be completed by April 1 of each year.
▪ Postseason waxing shall be completed by October 31 of each year.
▪ Hand polish slides as necessary.
o High-pressure water wash, up to 4,000 PSI, utilizing a biodegradable degreasing agent.
Steam and/or hot-water cleaning shall be used where necessary to remove grease, oil,
loose paint, dirt, oxidation, and other contaminants.
o Inspect and repair joint caulking as necessary.
o Repair chips, cracks, or other deterioration of gel coat surfaces.
o Repair separating seams and any seams exhibiting unacceptable “rise” or “run.”
o Perform semiannual and annual inspections in accordance with applicable WhiteWater
manuals and manufacturer requirements.
▪ The postseason/semiannual inspection shall be completed by October 31
following the conclusion of Waterpark operations.
▪ The preseason/annual inspection and all required repairs shall be completed by
April 1, prior to the beginning of Waterpark operations.
o Submit a completed inspection checklist to the City within five business days following
each inspection. Documentation shall include the inspection date, names of inspectors,
findings, and inspector signatures verifying completion.
o Provide written estimates for identified repairs necessary to return equipment to
manufacturer standards.
o Inspect all joint caulking. Sikaflex-1a construction sealant by Sika, or a manufacturer-
approved equivalent, shall be used as required. Provide an estimate for repair of joints
exhibiting partial, missing, cracked, or otherwise deteriorated caulking.
o Inspect and verify proper operation of interior nozzles for Slide D – Shamrock Swirl.
o Perform other preventative maintenance, including inspection of fiberglass surfaces for
cracking, joint separation, deterioration, or other conditions that may affect safe
operation or equipment longevity.
o Ensure all flow rates, water transitions, and wear height for each slide meets
manufacturer specifications.
5. Dublin Screamer – Annual Component Maintenance: The Contractor shall perform annual
manufacturer-recommended maintenance for the Dublin Screamer drop slide (Slide E), including
approved or equivalent to:
o Replace annual components as specified by WhiteWater.
o Send the roller bar for dye penetrant testing (DPT) in accordance with applicable ASTM
requirements, including ASTM E1417/E1417M, as applicable.
o Replace filter cartridge (Part No. 380188).
o Replace four solenoid valves (Part No. 342044).
o Replace both bumpers (Part No. 334849).
o Replace two rollers (Part No. 379987) and four set screws (Part No. 379833).
o Inspect the drop-slide air compressor and provide the City with an estimate for any
recommended repairs.
Aquatic Play Structure (Splash Zone): The Splash Zone consists of a WhiteWater AquaPlay structure
featuring a variety of interactive aquatic play features and two children’s waterslides with independent
runouts. The Contractor shall provide inspection, preventative maintenance, and repair services for the
waterslides and applicable play-structure components. Documentation of all completed repairs shall be
submitted to the City within five business days and shall include the date of repair, name(s) of the
individual(s) performing the repair, and a description of the work completed.
1. Service Schedule
o Preseason service shall be completed by April 1 of each year.
o Postseason service shall be completed by October 31 of each year.
2. Waterslide Inventory
o Slide G – Tandem Slide: 14 ft.
o Slide H – Child’s Tube Slide: 36 ft.
o Two independent runouts
3. Maintenance Services
o Wax both waterslides twice annually using Stay Sealed High Gloss Waterslide
Protectant/Sealant/Wax, or a City-approved equivalent, applied to the complete interior
surface of each slide.
▪ Preseason waxing shall be completed by April 1 of each year.
▪ Postseason waxing shall be completed by October 31 of each year.
▪ Hand polish both slides as necessary.
o High-pressure water wash, up to 4,000 PSI, utilizing a biodegradable degreasing agent.
Steam and/or hot-water cleaning shall be used where necessary to remove grease, oil,
loose paint, dirt, oxidation, and other contaminants.
o Perform semiannual and annual inspections in accordance with applicable WhiteWater
manuals and manufacturer requirements.
▪ The postseason/semiannual inspection shall be completed by October 31
following the conclusion of Waterpark operations.
▪ The preseason/annual inspection shall be completed by April 1, prior to the
beginning of Waterpark operations.
o Submit a completed inspection checklist within five business days following each
inspection. Documentation shall include the inspection date, names of inspectors,
findings, and inspector signatures verifying completion.
o Provide written estimates for identified repairs necessary to return equipment to
manufacturer standards.
o Inspect all joint caulking and provide estimates for repair of joints exhibiting partial,
missing, cracked, or otherwise deteriorated caulking. Sikaflex-1a construction sealant by
Sika, or a manufacturer-approved equivalent, shall be utilized as required.
o Perform preventative maintenance and inspect fiberglass surfaces for cracking, joint
separation, deterioration, or other conditions that may affect safe operation or
equipment longevity.
o Repair joint caulking as required.
o Repair chips, cracks, or other deterioration of gel coat surfaces.
o Repair separating seams and any seams exhibiting unacceptable “rise” or “run.”
o Inspect and repair safety netting as required.
o Paint any deteriorating or faded areas of features or structure as necessary.
Considerations:
Prevailing Wage Requirements: All applicable work performed under this agreement shall comply with
California prevailing wage requirements, including the applicable prevailing wage determinations for
Alameda County. The Contractor shall be responsible for determining and complying with all applicable
State of California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) requirements, including prevailing wage rates,
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