Parks: Pipestem State Park Zipline Cable Repair

The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources, specifically for Randolph County's Pipestem State Park, is seeking a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive zipline cable repair and maintenance services. The procurement is an Agency Request for Quote (ARFQ) targeting specialized canopy tour and challenge course professionals who can replace existing 3/8 inch jacketed main and belay cables with 1/2 inch super-swaged cables across the entire Pipestem Peaks Zip Line system. Key deliverables include cable replacement, fist grip replacement, brake system reinstallation, and various platform and cable system maintenance tasks. Vendors must demonstrate significant experience with canopy tour industry practices and adhere to presently accepted industry standards. The non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 29, 2025, at 1:00 PM, with technical questions due by October 31, 2025, at 9:00 AM. The final bid submission is due electronically through wvOASIS by November 12, 2025, at 1:30 PM, with a required 60-day contract completion timeline.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide performance and labor/material payment bonds, each at 100% of the contract value, and maintain commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 and automobile liability insurance of $500,000. Liquidated damages are established at $500 per day for each day beyond the contract end date. The project is designed for participants weighing between 70-250 pounds, with a maximum participant height of 6'6", and follows ASTM F2959-16 standards for aerial adventure courses. While no specific budget range is detailed, the comprehensive nature of the cable replacement and maintenance work suggests a significant investment in infrastructure upgrades. The contract will utilize the commodity code 72103100 for conveyance systems installation and repair, with invoicing and shipping managed through the Division of Natural Resources in Charleston and Pipestem, West Virginia.