Women's Softball Field Turf Replacement

Lamar University is soliciting competitive sealed proposals for the replacement of artificial turf at its women’s softball field, under solicitation number 734-03022026-KM, with responses due by April 7, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 238990 and is administered by the Texas public education system, with Kelli Morris serving as the primary point of contact. Work must be performed at the university’s softball field in Texas, and contractors are required to comply with a range of technical, administrative, and compliance standards. The scope includes inspection, preparation, and installation of turf systems in accordance with manufacturer specifications and contract documents, with performance evaluated through inspections at the project site including pre-final, final, and one-year warranty inspections. Acceptance is contingent upon compliance with construction documents, approved submittals, and referenced standards such as ASTM C1037, SCTE 77, AWS, and AISC, along with submission of test reports and field documentation. All materials must be delivered in original sealed packaging, properly labeled per NFPA 70, ASME A13.1, and IEEE C2 standards, stored off the ground in ventilated areas, and protected from moisture, environmental damage, and UV exposure. Contractors must certify compliance with domestic iron and steel requirements, provide documentation confirming the absence of asbestos-containing materials, maintain workers’ compensation coverage, and complete a cybersecurity training program. Insurance and bonding obligations are mandated under special conditions, and HUB participation reporting is required. While the contract does not specify a total value, payment procedures require submission of electronic PDF applications for payment with a schedule of values, though no remittance details, federal invoicing platforms like WAWF, or accounting codes are provided. The basis of award is not explicitly stated, and no formal evaluation factors or weights are outlined. Proposals must be submitted electronically as a single indexed and bookmarked PDF using a standardized naming convention, with no faxed submissions permitted unless pre-approved and no page limits specified. No UEI, CAGE, or socioeconomic certifications are mandated, and the contract does not reference FAR clauses, instead relying on internal numbering and conditions outlined in Exhibit A, which is not fully provided.