Saluda Splashpad.pdf

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS - SALUDA

SPLASHPAD

PROJECT NUMBER 1913.25001

TOWN OF SALUDA,

100 S. JEFFERSON STREET

SALUDA, SC 29138

AUGUST 19, 2026

1. PROJECT OVERVIEW

The Town of Saluda, South Carolina is soliciting proposals from qualified aquatic play equipment manufacturers, dealers, and installation contractors for the furnishing and installation of a complete recreational splash pad system at 101 Civic Street in Saluda, South Carolina.

The proposed splash pad area is approximately 59 feet by 41 feet, or approximately 2,419 square feet and will be constructed in conjunction with the Town's separate Airnasium and Site

Improvements Project. The Town will provide utility connection points for the splash pad at locations coordinated with the successful proposer. The proposer shall be responsible for all

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The proposer shall provide all utility demand, connection, and equipment information necessary for coordination with the project Engineer and the contractor responsible for the Airnasium and

Site Improvements Project.

The proposer may provide the equipment and installation under a single contract or may coordinate the equipment manufacturer or authorized dealer with a separate manufacturer-certified or manufacturer-authorized installer.

Regardless of the contracting arrangement, the proposer shall provide pricing for both the equipment and installation and shall identify the manufacturer and certified installer.

The successful proposer shall provide a complete, operational splash pad system, including aquatic play equipment, water distribution components, controls, installation, testing, commissioning, and owner training.

2. SYSTEM CRITERIA

The splash pad shall utilize commercial-grade aquatic play equipment specifically designed and manufactured for public recreational use. Equipment shall be durable, corrosion-resistant, UV-resistant, and suitable for outdoor municipal applications.

The system shall provide a coordinated variety of interactive aquatic play features, including:

• Ground-level spray features;

• Elevated interactive spray features;

• Dumping, tipping, or comparable interactive water play features;

• Other interactive water play features appropriate for a municipal splash pad;

• Manufacturer-designed anchorage and structural support systems;

• Integrated valves and water distribution components;

• Automatic controls;

• Equipment designed for a flow-through potable water system; and

• All components and accessories necessary for a complete operational system.

The equipment manufacturer shall have demonstrated experience providing commercial aquatic play systems and shall provide technical support, replacement parts, and warranty support.

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The proposed equipment shall fit within the approximately 59-foot by 41-foot splash pad area.

The proposer shall provide a preliminary equipment layout with its proposal. The final layout shall be subject to Town approval.

3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Flow-Through System

The splash pad shall utilize a flow-through potable water system. Water shall be supplied from the

Town's potable water system, distributed through the aquatic play equipment, and discharged to the splash pad drainage system. A recirculating water system shall not be permitted.

The proposer shall provide a complete flow-through system, including all equipment, valves, controls, fittings, piping components, anchors, connections, and accessories required for a complete and operational installation.

The proposer shall identify the anticipated maximum water demand and required water pressure.

3.2 Controls

The splash pad shall include automatic controls appropriate for municipal public use.

Controls shall provide:

• Programmable operating periods;

• Automatic startup and shutdown;

• Emergency shutdown capability; and

• Control of the aquatic play features.

Controls shall be suitable for outdoor aquatic environments.

3.3 Electrical Requirements

The proposer shall furnish and install all electrical components and equipment required for the complete operation of the splash pad system, from the Town-provided electrical connection point.

The electrical system shall include, at a minimum:

• Electrical connections required for the splash pad equipment;

• Control panel;

• Disconnects and overcurrent protection;

• Control wiring;

• Equipment wiring and connections;

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• Timers, controls, and related operating components; and

• All other electrical components required for a complete and operational system.

The proposer shall identify the required voltage, phase, and connected electrical load.

4. INSTALLATION

All aquatic play equipment shall be installed by a current manufacturer-certified or manufacturer-authorized installer for the equipment proposed.

The proposer shall identify the proposed installer and provide documentation demonstrating current certification or authorization.

Installation shall include all labor, equipment, anchorage, connections, startup, testing, commissioning, adjustment, and other work necessary for a complete and operational splash pad system.

The manufacturer's representative or certified installer shall participate in system startup and commissioning.

5. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

Each proposal shall include:

• Company information & experience;

• Proposed aquatic play equipment manufacturer;

• Proposed installer;

• Manufacturer certification documentation;

• Preliminary splash pad equipment layout;

• Equipment schedule;

• Project schedule;

• Three similar project references;

• Warranty information;

• Water flow and pressure requirements;

• Electrical requirements;

• Exceptions or deviations from this RFP; and

• Separate pricing for aquatic play equipment and installation, and total lump-sum proposal price.

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6. EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS

Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Evaluation Criteria Weight

Proposed Equipment and

Compliance with Requirements 40%

Proposer Qualifications and

Experience 35%

Proposed Schedule 15%

Price 10%

Total 100%

7. PROPOSAL SCHEDULE

The following schedule shall govern the procurement process. The Town reserves the right to modify the schedule by written addendum.

RFP Issued August 19, 2026

Deadline for Questions September 2, 2026

Proposals Due September 10, 2026

Questions

All questions concerning this RFP shall be submitted in writing via email to:

Britton Corbin, PE

MRB Group britton.corbin@mrbgroup.com

Questions shall be submitted no later than 5:00 PM on September 2, 2026. Responses requiring clarification or modification of the RFP will be issued by written addendum.

Only written addenda issued by the Town shall be considered binding.

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Proposal Submission

Proposals shall be received electronically via email no later than 5PM on September 10, 2026 to:

Rich Caplan

Town Administrator

Town of Saluda rcaplan@townofsaluda.gov

Proposers shall acknowledge any issued addenda in their proposal. Proposers are responsible for ensuring that proposals are received by the Town by the specified date and time. Late proposals will not be accepted.

8. NEGOTIATION AND AWARD

The Town reserves the right to negotiate with the selected proposer regarding scope, equipment selection, schedule, and price prior to contract award.

The Town may reject any or all proposals, waive minor informalities, and select the proposal determined to be in the best interest of the Town.

END OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS