Playground Surface Material

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is soliciting bids for one batch lot of playground surface material through the Kansas Department of Administration's Procurement and Contracts office, with written questions due November 5, 2026 and bids due November 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM CST. Bidders may claim the Disabled Veteran Owned Business Category or Certified Business Bidder Preference Category if they include supporting documentation with their bid.

The bid package describes the work as supply and installation of playground surfacing, with specifications detailed in the bid documents. Delivery is due June 30, 2027 to the Procurement and Contracts office at 900 SW Jackson Street, Suite 1001N, Topeka, Kansas. Contract pricing extends to political subdivisions under the same terms and conditions.

Bidders must be officially invited and must request an invitation at least 24 hours before the close. Required submissions include a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue, a Certification Regarding Immigration Reform and Control form, a completed Sexual Harassment form, a completed Boycott of Israel form, and descriptive literature and specifications for items offered. Pricing belongs on the attached cost sheet, in U.S. dollars only. Electronic submission to procurement@ks.gov is preferred; mailed or hand-delivered bids must arrive by 2:00 PM CST on the closing date. The State accepts electronic funds transfer and procurement card payment.

No pre-proposal conference is scheduled. Written questions go to Michelle R. Brown, Procurement Officer, at michelle.r.brown@ks.gov before close of business on November 5, 2026. The bid event opened October 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT.

The State reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, waive informalities, and confirm the tax status of contractors and subcontractors before award. Contractors found in default or unsatisfactory performance may be barred for up to three years under Kansas law.