Town of Dauphin Island
1011 Bienville Blvd. Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528
Phone (251) 861-5525 Fax (251) 861-2154
www.townofdauphinisland.org
INVITATION FOR BIDS: ADA BEACH ACCESSIBILITY MAT
SYSTEM PROCUREMENT
The Town of Dauphin Island (hereafter called “Town”) is requesting sealed bids from qualified
vendors for the purchase of ADA‑compliant beach accessibility mat systems.
1. PROJECT OVERVIEW
The purpose of this project is to improve public beach accessibility by installing roll‑out
accessibility mat pathways across sandy areas from beach access points toward the shoreline. The
mats will provide improved access for individuals with mobility impairments, including those
who use wheelchairs.
2. FUNDING SOURCE
This project is funded in part by a grant awarded to the Town. Total procurement cost shall not
exceed $45,000.
3. SCOPE OF WORK
• Provide modular beach accessibility mat sections.
• Provide 8 angle kits (specific angles needed by the Town to be supplied later).
• Provide anchoring hardware suitable for sandy environments.
• Provide connection hardware for extending pathways.
• Deliver materials to designated Town location within 30 days after issuance of purchase order
unless otherwise approved by the Town.
• Total cost of all components and delivery not to exceed $45,000.
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Proposed products must meet or exceed the following minimum specifications:
• Mat Width: 60 inches (5 feet).
• Mat Length: 50 feet per section.
• Material suitable for marine and coastal environments.
• Material durable enough to withstand nearly continuous pedestrian and non-motorized
wheeled traffic.
• Slip‑resistant surface suitable for pedestrian and non-motorized wheeled traffic: wheelchairs,
strollers, beach access chair, walkers, etc.
• UV‑resistant construction.
• Modular sections capable of connecting to extend pathway length.
• Anchoring system suitable for sand environments.
• System shall be ACCESSMAT by AccessRec or approved equal. Any proposed equal
product must demonstrate compatibility with the Town’s existing ACCESSMAT sections and
connectors and must meet or exceed all technical specifications listed herein. Documentation
demonstrating compatibility and compliance must be submitted with the bid.
• Vendor must provide documentation demonstrating compliance with applicable ADA/ABA
accessibility standards for beach access routes.
5. QUANTITY
The Town intends to purchase approximately 20 mat sections and 8 angle kits, subject to final
pricing. The Town reserves the right to adjust quantities in order to remain within the $45,000
project budget.
6. DELIVERY LOCATION
Town of Dauphin Island
Public Works Department/Attn. James Stokes
404 Lackland Ave
Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528
7. BID SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Bids shall be submitted in sealed envelopes with the following information on the front of
the envelope: contractor’s complete name, address, & phone number, and “2026 ADA
Beach Mat Bid”.
The following information shall be provided in the submitted packet:
• Product description and technical specifications to include manufacturer’s product literature,
indicating materials used, and other information required to demonstrate compliance with
specified requirements.
• Pricing per mat section and per angle kit.
• Estimated delivery schedule.
• Warranty information.
• Three references from other municipalities that have purchased your mat.
8. BID SUBMISSION DEADLINE AND OPENING
Sealed bids will be received by the Town of Dauphin Island until April 17, 2026 at 1 pm (CST),
at Town Hall located at 1011 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528. Bids will be
publicly opened and read aloud immediately thereafter.
9. EVALUATION CRITERIA
• Compliance with technical specifications.
• Cost effectiveness.
• Product durability and warranty.
• Vendor experience with coastal or municipal projects.
• Delivery timeline.
• The Town reserves the right to determine bidder responsibility, including review of vendor
experience, references, and prior performance on similar municipal or coastal projects.
10. PRICING FORM (TO BE COMPLETED BY VENDOR)
Price per 60" x 50' Mat Section: $ __________
Price per Angle Kit: $__________
Anchoring System Included: Yes / No
Connector Hardware Included: Yes / No
Estimated Delivery Time: __________
Warranty Period: __________
TOTAL BID AMOUNT (Not to Exceed $45,000): $ _______
11. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive minor irregularities, and accept the
bid deemed most advantageous to the municipality. The Town reserves the right to reject any bid
that does not comply with the requirements of this solicitation or applicable law. By submitting a
bid, the bidder certifies that the bid is genuine and not made in the interest of or on behalf of any
undisclosed person, firm, or corporation and that the bidder has not colluded with any other
person or entity.
12. FEDERAL GRANT COMPLIANCE
This procurement is funded in part through a federal grant. Vendors must comply with all
applicable federal requirements including 2 CFR Part 200 and applicable domestic preference /
Buy America provisions. Vendors shall certify that materials supplied comply with these
requirements.
13. CONTACT INFORMATION
If any respondent or potential respondent has questions regarding this invitation for bids, they
should contact councilman Trey Alderman. To schedule an appointment or to discuss with him by
phone, please email him at talderman@townofdauphinisland.org or call 251-861-5525.
This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.