Outdoor Fitness Equipment Station At Lincoln Park

Location:	Michigan
Posted:	Jan 13, 2026
Due:	Feb 18, 2026
Agency:	City of Port Huron
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	78 - Recreational and Athletic Equipment
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CITY OF PORT HURON

INVITATION TO BID FOR

OUTDOOR FITNESS EQUIPMENT STATION

AT LINCOLN PARK

Issue Date: January 13, 2026

Pre-bid Question Deadline: February 18, 2026 at 3:00 pm

Bid Deadline: Sealed bids must be submitted by: February 18, 2026 at 3:00 pm

Purchasing contact: Bobbie Seppo

Phone: (810)-984-9728 Ext. 1097

E-mail: seppob@porthuron.org

Pre-Bid Question contact: Cynthia Broomfield

Phone: (810)-984-9774

E-mail: cynthia@porthuron.org

RESPONDENT (COMPANY) NAME:_______________________

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

CITY OF PORT HURON

100 McMorran Boulevard

Port Huron Michigan 48060

Phone: (810) 984-9728

Fax: (810) 984-2684

DATE:

BID OPENING

DATE

2/18/2026

TIME

3:00 p.m.

Quotations are requested for furnishing the items described below, in accordance with the terms set forth herein. All quotations must be F.O.B.

destination and include cost of boxing and cartage to delivery point below. In submitting your bid, remember that the City of Port Huron is

EXEMPT FROM ALL FEDERAL AND STATES TAXES.

QUANTITY/UNIT

DESCRIPTION

LIST

DISCOUNT

TOTAL NET

Design, purchase and installation of outdoor fitness

equipment or fitness stations to be located at Lincoln Park.

Design should reasonably fit within a 50’x50’ area within

Lincoln Park near the existing playscape and basketball

court (see attached map – location is approximate and

could change)

Proposals will be evaluated based not solely on costs, but also

previous and relevant experience, quality of past projects, quality

of materials proposed, reasonable, accessible and creative

design features within the expected project budget.

DELIVERY REQUESTED

DELIVERY POINT

TOTAL BID

PURCHASING AGENT

ROBERTA JO SEPPO

CONDITIONS

1. ALL QUOTATIONS MUST BE SIGNED. Enclose in an envelope plainly marked “FITNESS EQUIPMENT BID”.

2. In submitting the above, the vendor agrees that acceptance of any or all quotations by the purchasing office within a reasonable period

constitutes a contract.

3. Right is reserved to reject any or all bids, or to accept separate items in a bid, unless the right is denied by bidder.

4. In case of default, the municipality may procure its supplies from other sources, and hold the original bidder or contractor liable for

resulting increased costs.

5. Samples, if requested, must be furnished at bidder’s expense and, if not destroyed in testing, or retained as a standard, will be returned on

same terms, if requested.

6. The Purchasing Agent reserves the right to increase or decrease by ten percent the quantities of any item or items ordered.

NOTICE: QUOTATIONS ON ANY FORM OTHER THAN THIS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

COMPANY NAME:

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE:

TITLE:

DATE:

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

LINCOLN PARK OUTDOOR FITNESS EQUIPMENT STATION

Issued by: City of Port Huron, Cynthia Broomfield, Deputy City Manager

SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND:

The City of Port Huron, Michigan is seeking respondents to a Request for Proposals from qualified

vendors for the design and purchase of outdoor fitness equipment or fitness stations to be located at

Lincoln Park. The proposal should include equipment options, site preparation requirements, installation

services, warranties and ongoing maintenance considerations. The total project cost, inclusive of all

materials, shipping, and associated expenses, shall not exceed $50,000.

If deemed necessary, depending upon final project cost estimates, a certified check payable to the City

of Port Huron, or satisfactory bid bond executed by the contractor and surety company, in the amount

equal to five (5%) percent of the proposal amount, shall be submitted with each proposal in excess of

$50,000. No proposals may be withdrawn for at least ninety (90) days after the scheduled closing time

for receiving proposals.

The City of Port Huron reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive any defects or

irregularities in the same, and to accept any proposal which is deemed most advantageous to the City’s

interests. The successful contractor will be required to furnish satisfactory performance, labor and

material bonds, maintenance and guarantee bonds, and insurance certificates if project is over the

threshold amount and as deemed necessary or required by the City.

Contractors must comply with the City of Port Huron Uniform City Income Tax Ordinance.

This project is being funded through the American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Fiscal Recovery

Funds and is required to follow all related federal, state and local orders, policies, executive directives,

public acts and ordinances as deemed necessary. The contractor must comply with applicable and

related requirements.

The City of Port Huron has a population of approximately 29,000 and is 60 miles northeast of Detroit. It

is the core community and county seat of St. Clair County and serves as an international border to

Ontario, Canada across the St. Clair River via the Blue Water International Bridge. Lincoln Park is a

neighborhood park, but also includes tennis courts, playscape, and basketball courts.

Proposals will be evaluated based on not only costs, but also previous and relevant experience, quality

of past projects, quality of materials proposed, reasonable, accessible and creative design features

within the expected project budget.

A qualified contractor must demonstrate experience in providing and installing fitness equipment that

meets the National and State of Michigan industry standards, have the appropriate certifications and

liability coverage as deemed necessary by the City of Port Huron and their risk management carrier.

SCOPE OF WORK:

• Propose specific outdoor fitness equipment element(s) and/or station(s) that is permanently

installed at an approximately 50’ x 50’ area of Lincoln Park to be located between the playscape

and basketball court.

• Installation in accordance with all applicable codes, ordinances, manufacturing warranties,

certifications and National and State industry standards.

• Equipment to be ordered immediately after city staff’s final selection is approved and

installation immediately upon delivery. The goal is to have the elements installed by June 1,

2026.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Completed RFP Submission

2. Capacity and Capability of Firm

a. Positive/proven experience in supply and installation of equipment to be used year-round

and within climate similar to Michigan

b. Ability to meet applicable certifications for installation, warranties, municipal risk insurance,

bonds and ADA standards.

c. Ability to meet project time frame.

3. Design/type of play features and quality of materials.

4. Project Cost

AWARD

Recommendation of award to the City of Port Huron City Council will be based upon review, discussion

and determination of most responsive, responsible proposal with the most relevant experience, past

performance and qualifications that meet the specific site location, design priorities, type of materials

and cost-effective goals of the city. The award will not be based solely upon a low fee structure.

DUE DATE OF PROPOSAL:

Sealed proposals are due on or before 3:00 PM (ET) WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18.

They shall be addressed to or delivered to:

Cyndee Jonseck, City Clerk

City of Port Huron, 1st Floor, Clerks Office

100 McMorran Boulevard

Port Huron, Michigan 48060

FORMAT OF PROPOSAL:

Please provide the following in your proposal:

• One paper copy of the proposal with equipment proposed/design ideas for site, INCLUDING

catalog sheets/photos/details.

• List of references on similar projects, including names and contact information.

• Proof of workman’s compensation, current liability insurance coverage. NOTE: Additional

insurance or bonding requirements may be necessary if awarded project and subject to project

costs and municipality’s risk management requirements prior to execution of work contract.

• Indicate proposed warranty terms, proposed start dates and any special considerations,

maintenance requirements.

• Provide a proposed order, delivery and installation schedule.

For further information on this project, please contact Cynthia Broomfield, Deputy City Manager, 810-

984-9774 or cynthia@porthuron.org

NOTES: City of Port Huron is not liable for any costs incurred prior to issuance of a contract. Freedom of

Information Act may result in the contents of respondents RFP eligible for review, selected firm shall

comply with all relevant requirements of the City of Port Huron’s equal opportunity employment

standards and related regulations and ordinances as deemed appropriate or required based upon

funding sources. City of Port Huron reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, request additional

proposals, or amendments as deemed necessary to be in the best interest of the project.

This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

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