Currents Aquatics Center Pool and Spa Plaster Refinish 2026

Currents Aquatics Center
Pool and Spa Plaster Refinish 2026
Missoula MT
Request For Proposal (RFP)
For Demolition of Existing Plaster and
Installation of New Plaster
Prepared by City of Missoula
Parks & Recreation Department
Missoula, Montana

INDEX
Project- Currents Aquatics Center Pool and Spa Plaster Refinish 2026
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Request For Proposal Documents
* Invitation to Suppliers: pg. 3
* Instructions to Suppliers: pg. 3-8
o Scope of Work: pg. 4-5
o Pre Bid Site Inspection: pg. 6
o Suppliers Checklist: pg. 8
* Bid Bond: pg. 9-10
* Draft Contract Agreement: pg. 11-16
* Performance Bond: pg. 17-19
* Payment Bond: pg. 20-22
* State of Montana Prevailing Wage Rates: pg. 23-43

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR THE DEMOLITION OF EXISTING PLASTER AND INSTALLATION
OF A NEW PLASTER FINISH FOR THE CURRENTS AQUATICS CENTER
The City of Missoula Parks and Recreation Department (City) is asking for Request for Proposals (RFP) for
the demolition and disposal of the existing plaster and to provide and install a new plaster finish to the pool
and spa at the Currents Aquatics Center, located at 600 Cregg Ln Missoula, MT 59801. The City will select
one (1) Supplier to provide the equipment, materials, and labor for the project outlined in this request.
Work is to include the demolition of the existing plaster and the installation of a commercial grade pool
plaster for the existing pool and spa within the selected time frame of the annual closure of the facility.
More details will be provided in the Scope of Work.
A complete set of the RFP documents including a description of the services to be provided, the minimum
content, and the factors to be used to evaluate the responses, may be obtained on the City website:
http://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/bids. Select "All other Bids, RFPs & RFQs"
SUBMITTAL
Proposals must be submitted by 4:00pm Local Time May 15, 2026. Suppliers shall submit proposals to
Parks and Recreation Administration Building, 600 Cregg Ln Missoula, MT 59801. Attn: Myles Wilson
Questions concerning the bid should be directed to:
Myles Wilson | p: 406-830-4145 | e: wilsonw@ci.missoula.mt.us
Questions submitted after 12:00pm (noon), local time on May 11, 2026 are not guaranteed to be answered
before the due date and time.
The City of Missoula reserves the right to waive informalities, to reject any and all proposals, and if all are
rejected, to re-advertise under the same or new specifications, or to make such and award as in the
judgement of its officials best meets the City's requirements. Any objections to published RFP must be
filed in written form with the City Clerk prior to proposal closing at 4:00pm on May 15, 2026
Publication Notice Dates:
April 23, 2026
April 30, 2026
May7, 2026
INSTRUCTIONS TO SUPPLIERS- CURRENTS AQUATICS CENTER
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR THE DEMOLITION OF EXISTING PLASTER AND INSTALLATION
OF A NEW PLASTER FINISH FOR THE CURRENTS AQUATICS CENTER
The City of Missoula Parks and Recreation Department (City) is requesting proposals for the demolition
and disposal of the existing plaster and to provide and install a new plaster finish to the pool and spa at the
Currents Aquatics Center, located at 600 Cregg Ln Missoula, MT 59801. The City will select one (1) Supplier
to provide the equipment, materials, and labor for the project outlined in this request.
Construction is expected to be scheduled and completed within the 3-week time frame of the
designated closure of the facility. The closure will take place from August 22, 2026, through
September 12, 2026. More timeline details will be included in the Scope of Work.
A Liquidated Damages Clause will be included in the Agreement based on calculated revenue loss
per day should the project go past the allotted time frame.

Scope of Work
Facility Description & Project History
Currents Aquatics Center is an indoor water park at 600 Cregg Ln in Missoula, Montana. Original
construction was completed in June of 2006 and opened to the public. The pool and spa are made of a
Gunite shell with a Diamond Brite plaster finish to waterproof it. The pool consists of a shallow play area,
lap lanes, and a slide plunge area with depths ranging from 0" to 8'-6". Both the pool and spa have a tile
coping around the water line and some tile accents underwater. The pool also has a stainless-steel
gutter/coping in some areas.
This will be the first time the pool and spa have been fully replastered since opening to the public in 2006. A
plaster finished pool shell typically has around a 15-year life span but with extreme care and some light
patching we have been able to stretch that life span by 5 years. Now it is in need of a fresh plaster finish.
Where we have had to patch has worn thin and rust from the rebar continues to seep through despite our
best efforts to seal it off from exposure to the water. In other places the Gunite has started to show and
overall, the plaster has lost its bright color and clean look. This is all general wear and tear of a plaster
finished pool and ours is coming to the end of its life span. The project will be set to take place in our
scheduled 3-week shutdown of Currents, from August 22nd, 2026, through Sept 12th, 2026.
Time is of the essence in this contract. Therefore, the Contractor shall prosecute the work regularly and
uninterruptedly with such force as to complete the work within the contract time and to minimize the
effects on the regular function of the facility. While the Pool area will be closed to the public, the lobby and
offices attached to the building will be functioning regularly. Staff will be on-site during work hours to
complete other projects and will work with contractor to ensure these projects do not slow or limit
Contractor's operations.
Work to be Performed by the Selected Bidder
Pool and Spa:
1. Equipment Removal: Contractor shall remove and safely store all pool toys, ropes, towers, ladders,
fiberglass bear slide feature and other equipment in cooperation with facility staff. Staff will help to
find storage on-site.
2. Surface Preparation:
a. The facility will drain pool and spa following local environmental discharge protocols.
Draining will commence on Aug 21, 2026, at the regular closure time for the pool. Draining
should be complete by 5pm Aug 22nd, 2026.
b. Contractor will perform a "tap test" to identify and remove all loose, hollow, scaling,
bubbling or delaminated plaster.
c. Contractor will Grind/Cut down existing plaster 6 inches below the waterline tile and the tile
on the pool bottom to create a notched header, allowing the new plaster to "feather" in
flush with the tile.
d. Contractor will Grind/Cut down/ chip out existing plaster around the water features (pipe
spray features and ground geysers) and plaster over the bolt connections to ensure a
smooth layer on top of the bolts.
e. Bonding: Contractor will apply a professional grade submerged primer/bonding agent
(Multicoat or similar) to the entire cleaned shell to ensure adhesion of the new finish.

3. Structural & Tile Repairs
a. For all rust spots, the contractor shall chip out concrete to 1 inch behind the rebar, cut
back oxidized metal, clean & treat ends with a corrosion inhibitor epoxy or sealant and
patch with waterproof hydraulic cement.
b. Inspect and replace all broken or loose waterline and underwater tiles with matching
commercial grade tiles.
c. Inspect the grout lines on the existing pool tile and regrout any areas that display
degradation of the grout using an epoxy based white grout.
d. Safety Tile Break Line Installation: Contractor will install a 2-inch wide, about 32 foot long,
safety marker tile line in the pool bottom and sides in the beach entry pool.
i. The tile shall be flush with the level of the pool shell
ii. Tile break line shall consist of 1-inch, non-slip rated tile (wet DCOF of .6 or R12 or
approved equal) that is rated for submerged environment, and which has similar
slip resistance to the plaster on either side of it.
iii. This tile line shall be a 2-inch wide, continuous contrasting line to serve as a visual
marker of where the pool depth tends to be enough that a toddler can be drawn into
deeper water by the flow of the water.
iv. Tile shall be dark blue to match the existing safety break line in the lap pool.
Submittal required to approve color.
v. This line will be installed where the facility currently uses a buoyed rope as a depth
indicator.
e. Fittings: Inspect all wall and floor returns. Repair or replace any cracked or broken fittings
as needed.
4. Surfacing & Finish:
a. Sand down existing stains and seal "problem areas" susceptible to weeping or moisture
migration.
b. Apply new PebbleSheen or Diamond Brite plaster (or approved equal). Contractor shall
provide Facility with color options to decide on the plaster. Submittal required to approve
color.
i. Maintain a minimum thickness of 12 inch.
ii. Finish must be smooth, uniform and free of trowel marks or sharp edges.
5. Refill all vessels with water (working with facility to accomplish) and start up the new plaster as per
manufacturer recommendation including acid finish with brushing and then balance chemicals
before starting pumps.
6. Re-install facility equipment (ladders, ropes, bear slide, etc.)
7. Sweep and dispose of all demolition and construction refuse leaving a turnkey environment.
8. All acid bath and other plaster cure steps shall be completed no later than Wednesday, Sept 9th to
allow Facility the necessary time to balance the water, filter and heat in anticipation of Saturday
Sept 12 reopen to the public.
9. Contractor shall take steps to limit negative effects of acid bath on the pipe spray features.
10. Facility recognizes that brushing may be necessary after reopening, due to the tight schedule. It is
understood that brushing may be required twice (2x) daily for fourteen consecutive days to remove
plaster dust. Facility accepts this as their responsibility, but requests formal training so that it is
accomplished correctly and does not affect the warranty.

Pre-bid Site Inspection
All interested respondents shall have the opportunity to visit the site prior to responding. Facility has
established two dates for respondents to meet with the Facility contact and to inspect the site. This date
shall be:
May 5th, 2026, at 1pm at Currents Aquatics Center, 600 Cregg Lane.
The pre-bid site inspection is not mandatory to place a bid however; it is highly encouraged that interested
bidders do attend. Interested respondents shall come prepared to inspect the work site and provide
contact information including: Name, business name, phone & text #, and email address with the Facility
contact during the pre-bid site inspection. If any alterations are made to the scope of work or answers to
questions asked during the pre-bid site inspection are given, the Facility contact will share the information
with all perspective bidders who have submitted their contact information no later than May 8, 2026.
Proposal Format:
Proposals shall be submitted in the following format:
* Letter of Transmittal
* Resumes of key personnel including Project Manager and Installer
* Applicable Certifications
* Products proposed- description, photos, model numbers etc.
* Warranty and insurance capabilities
* Any additional information relating to scoring criteria as listed below
* 3 professional references for installation of similar projects. Include name of project, location,
contact information including phone number general cost of installation
* Cost Proposal- Lump Sum, not to exceed with schedule of values
* Limit proposal to no more than 20 pages total, not including resumes
Proposals must include specifications and pictures for each component (plaster and tile) and colors
available. Bids must list the cost of equipment, materials, and labor separately. The City reserves the right
to reject any and all proposals with or without cause, and to accept proposals which it considers most
favorable.
All delivery, assembly, installation and supervision costs must be included in the proposal. Payment for
the equipment and materials will be sent within sixty (60) days after delivery, installation and invoicing of
the plaster.
All proposal amounts shall be guaranteed for not less than sixty (60) days after the proposal submittal
deadline date.
Each proposal must be accompanied by a Certified Check, Cashier's Check, or Bid Bond payable to the
City of Missoula, Montana, in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the total bid amount. The
successful Supplier shall furnish approved Performance and Payment Bonds each in the amount of one
hundred percent (100%) of the bid amount. Workmen's Compensation, Comprehensive General Liability
with the City of Missoula listed as a certificate holder in the amounts of $1 Million per occurrence and $2
Million in the aggregate, Builders Risk Insurance, and Automotive insurance certificates shall be provided
by the successful Supplier. Successful Suppliers are required to comply with City of Missoula Business
Licensing requirements. Following execution of proposal receipt, proposals will be available to public
upon specific request.

All Proposals must comply with the specifications and guidelines provided in this document.
This solicitation is being offered in accordance with state statutes governing procurement and with MCA
Ch. 18.4 Part 3 and relevant ARM. Accordingly, the City of Missoula reserves the right to negotiate an
agreement based on fair and reasonable compensation for the scope of work and services proposed, as
well as the right to reject any and all responses deemed unqualified, unsatisfactory or inappropriate at the
sole discretion of the City of Missoula.
The City of Missoula is an EEO/AA, M/F, and V/H employer. Qualified women, veterans, minority and
handicapped individuals are strongly encouraged to submit proposals.
Interested Suppliers are encouraged to sign up for automatic notifications and updates on this and other
City projects by visiting http://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/bids. Click on the "Bid Notification" button in the
upper right-hand corner of the page to sign up.
EVALUATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
Proposals will be evaluated by a selection committee based on the following criteria:
Criteria Points
1. Ability to complete the work in the requested time frame Yes/No
2. Experience & References of working on public aquatic facilities 0-25
3. Ability to meet project requirements 0-25
4. Competence and understanding of project 0-25
5. Warranty coverage 0-15
6. Overall quality of proposal 0-10
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Maximum points: 100
Following the review evaluation of all RFP submittals, a Selection Meeting will be held. The selection
committee will present their ranking, selection and justification at the selection meeting. The selection
meeting will result in the selection of one proposed design or an appropriate short list of proposals. An
interview may also be requested to aid in the selection of the Supplier.
The award will be made to the qualified Supplier whose proposal is deemed most advantageous to the
City, all factors considered. Unsuccessful Suppliers will be notified in writing as soon as possible.
Any objections to published specifications must be filed in written form with the City Clerk prior to the RFP
closing at 4:00pm on May 15, 2026.
CITY WEBSITE PUBLICATION DATES:
April 20, 2026 - May 15, 2026

SUPPLIERS CHECKLIST
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR THE DEMOLITION OF EXISTING PLASTER AND INSTALLATION
OF A NEW PLASTER FINISH FOR THE CURRENTS AQUATICS CENTER
Cover sheet with the Supplier name & Project name (Currents Aquatic Center Plaster Refinish
2026)
Letter of Transmittal
Resumes of key personnel including Project Manager & Installer
Applicable Certifications
Products proposed and submittals for tile, plaster, sealants, etc. - Description, Photos, Model
Numbers, etc.
Warranty and Insurance Capabilities
3 Professional references for installation of similar projects with name of project, location,
contact information including phone number, and general cost of installation
Cost proposal- Lump Sum, not to exceed with schedule of values
Note: Limit Proposal to no more that 20 pages total, a maximum of two options. Does not include resumes.
Bid Bond not less than 10% of the total bid amount (not included in page count)

BID BOND - Project- Currents Aquatics Center Pool and Spa Plaster Refinish 2026
BIDDER Name and Address:
SURETY Name and Address:
OWNER Name and Address: City of Missoula
435 Ryman Street
Missoula MT 59802
BID DUE DATE: 4:00 P.M. MST May 15, 2026
PROJECT Description:
BOND NUMBER:
BOND DATE
(Not later than BID DUE DATE)
PENAL SUM: (Words)
(Figures)
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Surety and Bidder, intending to be legally bound hereby, subject to the
terms printed on the reverse side hereof, do each cause this Bid Bond to be duly executed on its
behalf by its authorized officer, agent, or representative.
BIDDER SURETY
(Seal) ______________________________ (Seal)
Bidder's Name and Corporate Seal Surety's Name and Corporate Seal
By:
By:
Signature and Title
Signature and Title (Attach Power of Attorney)
Attest:
Attest:
Signature and Title
Signature and Title

BID BOND - Project- Currents Aquatics Center Pool and Spa Plaster Refinish 2026
1. Bidder and Surety, jointly and severally, bind themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators, successors and
assigns to pay to OWNER upon default of Bidder the penal sum set forth on the face of this Bond
2. Default of Bidder shall occur upon the failure of Bidder to deliver within the time required by the Bidding Documents
(or any extension thereof agreed to in writing by OWNER) the executed Agreement required by the Bidding documents and
any performance and payment Bonds required by the Bidding Documents.
3. This obligation shall be null and void if:
3.1 OWNER accepts Bidders' Bid and Bidder delivers within the time required by the Bidding Documents (or any
extension thereof agreed to in writing by OWNER) the executed Agreement required by the Bidding Documents
and any performance and payment Bonds required by the Bidding Documents, or
3.2 All Bids are rejected by OWNER, or
3.3 OWNER fails to issue a Notice of Award to Bidder within the time specified in the Bidding Documents (or any
extension thereof agreed to in writing by Bidder and, if applicable, consented to by Surety when required by
paragraph 5 hereof).
4. Payment under this Bond will be due and payable upon default by Bidder and within 30 calendar days after receipt by
Bidder and Surety of written notice of default from OWNER, which notice will be given with reasonable promptness,
identifying this Bond and the Project and including a statement of the amount due.
5. Surety waives notice of any and all defenses based on or arising out of any time extension to issue Notice of Award
agreed to in writing by OWNER and Bidder, provided that the total time for issuing Notice of Award including extensions
shall not in the aggregate exceed 120 days from Bid due date without Surety's written consent.
6. No suit or action shall be commenced under this Bond prior to 30 calendar days after the notice of default required in
paragraph 4 above is received by Bidder and Surety and in no case later than one year after Bid due date.
7. Any suit or action under this Bond shall be commenced only in a court of competent jurisdiction located in the
State of Montana.
8. Notices required hereunder shall be in writing and sent to Bidder and Surety at their respective addresses shown on
the face of this Bond. Such notices may be sent by personal delivery, commercial courier or by United States Registered
or Certified Mail, return receipt requested, postage pre-paid, and shall be deemed to be effective upon receipt by the
party concerned.
9. Surety shall cause to be attached to this Bond a current and effective Power of Attorney evidencing the authority of
the officer, agent or representative who executed this Bond on behalf of Surety to execute, seal and deliver such Bond the
bind the Surety thereby.
10. This Bond is intended to conform to all applicable statutory requirements. Any applicable requirement of any
applicable statute that has been omitted from this Bond shall be deemed to be included herein as if set forth at length. If
any provision of this Bond conflicts with any applicable statute, then the provision of said statute shall govern and the
remainder of this Bond that is not in conflict therewith shall continue in full force and effect.
11. The term "Bid" as used herein includes a Bid, Offer or Proposal, as applicable.