Restoration and refinishing of 5 waterslides at Midwest Health Aquatic Center.

Location:	Kansas
Posted:	Mar 19, 2026
Due:	Apr 15, 2026
Agency:	Shawnee County
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	56 - Construction and Building Materials F - Natural Resources and Conservation Services Z - Maintenance, Repair or Alteration of Real Property
Solicitation No:	016-26
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SHAWNEE COUNTY

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

(RFP)

Quotation Number: 016-26

Date Issued:

03-19-2026

Closing Date:

04-15-2026 2:00pm

Vendor Name: ______________________________

Address: ___________________________________

Phone Number:______________________________

THIS IS NOT AN ORDER

1. In communications, always refer to the above quotation number.

2. All prices and conditions must be shown. Additions or conditions not shown on this bid will not be

allowed.

3. Shawnee County reserve the right to accept or reject any part of, or all of, any bid or proposal.

4. All prices quoted are to be less Federal Excise Tax and Kansas Sales Tax.

5. Price quoted shall remain firm for ninety (90) days after bid closing date.

*SHAWNEE COUNTY HAS AN ELECTRONIC BID SYSTEM*

All vendors are required to create an online portal account (www.snco.gov/purchasing) in order to receive

or submit bid requests. All responses must be submitted through the bid portal

ITEM AND DESCRIPTION

Shawnee County Parks and Recreation (SCP+R) is soliciting bids for the restoration and refinishing of

five (5) waterslides on the main tower at the Midwest Health Aquatic Center, per the minimum specifications

listed in the RFP.

This project includes the restoration and refinishing of five (5) waterslides on the main tower at the Midwest

Health Aquatic Center. The work consists of high-pressure cleaning of all interior and exterior surfaces,

exterior painting using the Sher-Loxane 800 coating system in solid colors, interior mechanical polishing and

waxing of the purple slide, removal and replacement of deteriorated caulking with marine-grade materials, and

application of a marine-based penetrating wax to all slide interiors. The contractor shall provide all labor,

materials, equipment, travel, and waste disposal required to complete the work in accordance with

manufacturer specifications, industry standards, and facility safety requirements.

PRE-BID MEETING

A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and on-site inspection is being held as part of the RFP process. The

meeting will be held on:

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 1:30 pm

Midwest Health Aquatic Center

2201 SW Urish Rd

Topeka, Kansas 66603

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Attendance is not mandatory at the pre-proposal conference to place a bid but site visit is recommended. All

questions requesting clarification of items/issues discussed at the pre-proposal conference must be submitted

in writing via the online bid portal. Proposers should clearly understand that the only official answer or

position of Shawnee County will be in writing. Any modification to this Request arising from the pre-

proposal conference, as well as answers to written questions shall be made in writing by addendum and will

be issued through the online bid portal.

SCOPE & INFORMATION

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, supervision, transportation, lodging, and

disposal necessary to complete the restoration and coating of five (5) waterslides located on the main slide

tower at the Midwest Health Aquatic Center. The work includes full exterior painting and interior cleaning,

polishing, caulking, and waxing as specified herein.

A. General Requirements

• Contractor shall coordinate all work with facility staff.

• All work must comply with applicable manufacturer recommendations, industry standards, and safety

regulations.

• Contractor is responsible for protecting adjacent surfaces and facility features.

• Disposal of all waste materials shall be provided by the contractor.

B. Exterior Slide Restoration and Painting

The Contractor shall perform a full exterior restoration and coating of all five (5) slides, including the

following:

B.1 Surface Preparation

• High-pressure water cleaning of all exterior slide surfaces.

• Use of a biodegradable degreasing agent to remove grease, oil, dirt, oxidation, and surface

contaminants.

• Surfaces shall be allowed to dry and be inspected prior to coating application.

• Any deficiencies in surface preparation shall be corrected prior to painting.

B.2 Exterior Coating System

• Contractor shall furnish and apply the Sher-Loxane® 800 coating system to all exterior slide

surfaces.

• All coating work shall be performed strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s published

specifications, including required surface preparation, recommended film thickness, cure times, and

allowable environmental conditions.

• Slides shall be painted in solid colors only; no patterns, fades, or multi-color designs will be

permitted. Existing multi-color slides shall be converted as follows:

• Green and white slide - all green

• Yellow and white slide - all yellow

• Red and white slide - all red

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• Contractor shall ensure uniform color coverage, consistent sheen, and a smooth, even finish

across all slide surfaces.

C. Interior Slide Restoration

The Contractor shall restore the interior surfaces of all five (5) slides as follows:

C.1 Interior Cleaning

• High-pressure water cleaning of all interior slide surfaces.

• Use of a biodegradable degreasing agent to remove grease, oil, dirt, and buildup.

• All interior surfaces shall be thoroughly rinsed and cleaned prior to further work.

C.2 Mechanical Polishing and Waxing

• The purple slide shall receive a full mechanical polishing of the interior surface.

• Polishing shall restore smoothness and remove surface dullness, oxidation, or minor wear.

• Following polishing, the interior surface shall receive a complete wax application as specified below.

C.3 Caulking Removal and Replacement

• Removal of all loose, cracked, worn, or deteriorated caulking from interior joints and seams.

• Surface preparation of joint areas to ensure proper adhesion.

• Re-application of caulking using 3M 4200 marine-grade caulk or SEA-approved equal.

• Caulk installation shall be continuous, watertight, and tooled for a smooth finish.

C.4 Interior Wax Application

• Application of a marine-based liquid penetrating wax to interior slide surfaces.

• Wax shall be applied in accordance with manufacturer recommendations to improve slide

performance and surface protection.

• Contractor shall ensure even coverage with no residue buildup or streaking.

D. Quality Control and Inspection

• Contractor shall perform continuous quality control throughout the project.

• All work shall be inspected by the Owner or Owner’s representative upon completion.

• Any deficiencies identified shall be corrected by the Contractor at no additional cost.

E. Site Cleanup and Waste Disposal

• Contractor shall remove all tools, equipment, materials, and debris upon completion.

• All waste materials, including wash water residue, used coatings, and removed caulking, shall be

properly disposed of by the Contractor in accordance with applicable regulations.

• Site shall be left clean and ready for normal facility operations.

F. Project Completion

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• Project shall be considered complete once all scope items are fulfilled, surfaces are fully cured as

required, and final inspection is approved by the Owner.

• Contractor shall provide any applicable product data sheets and maintenance recommendations upon

completion.

G. Contractor Qualifications

Proposers shall:

• Demonstrate experience with waterslide restoration, aquatic facilities, or similar specialty coating

projects.

• Identify the coating systems and materials to be used.

• Provide references for at least three (3) comparable aquatic slide projects completed within the last

five years.

H. Turn-Key Completion

• Provide all labor, materials, equipment, permits, and site cleanup necessary to complete the

project.

• Project must be completed in a timely manner as agreed upon with SCP+R.

MINIMAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Review and examination of existing site conditions.

2. Project coordination with SCP+R staff.

3. Review, acceptance and compliance with all specifications detailed in this RFP.

4. The Contractor is responsible for obtaining all utility locates if necessary prior to any work.

5. All work shall conform to the City of Topeka and Shawnee County Standards.

6. The Contractor is responsible for keeping the work site clean during and after work completion.

7. Contractor to provide any necessary related permits.

RFP QUESTIONS

All questions regarding this RFP should be submitted through the Shawnee County Online Bid Portal. The

last day to submit questions: 04/10/2026 by 5:00 pm (local time). Questions submitted after this deadline

will not be answered.

BOND & INSURANCE INFORMATION

Work completed on county property that exceeds $100,000 requires a public works (payment) bond and

must be filed with the Clerk of the District Court as required by K.S.A. 60-1111

The Contractor shall maintain insurance coverage as follows:

1. General Liability Insurance: $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate

2. Professional Liability Insurance: $1,000,000 per claim

All insurance policies shall name Shawnee County as an additional insured.

SCHEDULING & LIQUIDATED DAMAGES

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1. Contractor shall conduct the slide renovation project within a timeframe agreed to by Shawnee

County. Contractor shall coordinate with SCP+R accordingly.

2. All work, including final cleanup and site restoration, shall be fully completed no later

than April 15, 2027. Work shall not commence until the 2026 pool season has concluded and

the pool facility is officially closed.

3. Liquidated Damages will be assessed at a rate of $500.00 per day for each day after April 15,

2027.

WARRANTY

Provide manufacturer’s standard warranty for all materials.

SCP+R requires a minimum one-year workmanship warranty.

RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS

Responses should assume that the county has had no previous knowledge of their products, services or

capabilities. Emphasis should be placed on a clear complete presentation of factual information. They

should include the following:

Cover Letter: Cover Letter stating that the vendor formally submits their proposal for consideration

in the selection process for this RFP. The letter shall briefly state the Proposer’s understanding of the

work to be done, the commitment to perform and work within the time period, a statement of why the

firm believes itself to be best qualified to perform the services and a statement that the proposal is a

firm and irrevocable offer for ninety (90) days from the date of the Proposal opening.

Firm Experience: Including size and years in business

Staff Assignments

Signed bid form

Attachment 1 which includes:

o Pricing schedules

o References, three (3) that demonstrate experience with-in the last 5 years on similar projects

o Contact Information

o Exceptions to terms and conditions, if any exist

PLEASE SUBMIT ATTACHMENT 1 AS THE FIRST PAGE OF YOUR BID

BID RESPONSE

Document Information: The bid portal will only allow one PDF document uploaded for a response. It is

your responsibility to make sure the uploaded file is the correct, complete and contains all required

information and signatures. The document file name should only contain spaces and letters or numbers,

please do not use special characters or dashes. The file can be changed until the bid close time.

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

Request	Department	Description	Due Date
016-26	Parks and Recreation	Restoration and refinishing of 5 waterslides at Midwest Health Aquatic Center.	4/15/2026 2:00 PM

Restoration and refinishing of 5 waterslides at Midwest Health Aquatic Center.

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