Stevens Park - Pickleball Courts

Agency:	Town of Stratham
State:	New Hampshire
Type of Government:	State & Local
Posted Date:	May 22, 2026
Due Date:	Jun 19, 2026
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TOWN OF STRATHAM

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Request for Proposal

RFP # 05-26-03

Stevens Park Pickleball Courts

Documents Included

Request for Proposal

Project Details

Key Dates

Submitting Requirements

Evaluation Criteria

References

RFP Receipt Acknowledgement

Proposals Due by June 19th, 2026 at 3:30 PM

TOWN OF STRATHAM • DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

70 Bunker Hill Avenue • Stratham, NH 03885 • 603-772-5550

RFP # 05-26-03

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

TOWN OF STRATHAM

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Stevens Park Pickleball Courts

The Town of Stratham is requesting proposals from qualified contractors for the construction of six

(6) new outdoor pickleball courts and associated site improvements at Stevens Park located at 68

Bunker Hill Avenue, Stratham, NH 03885.

The Town reserves the right to request additional information or clarification of any submitted

proposals. Proposals and pricing must remain open for sixty (60) days. This solicitation will become

an addendum to any resultant contract.

The RFP is available on our website at

https://www.strathamnh.gov/departments/administration/bids_rfps_for_sale/index.php

Proposals will be reviewed in accordance with the Evaluation Criteria stated within this RFP. This

RFP supersedes all other proposals, oral and written, and all negotiations, conversations, or

discussions between the Town and any other entity related to the subject matter. The award of the

contract shall be made to the proposer offering the best overall value to the Town of Stratham, as

determined solely by the Town, and shall not necessarily be awarded to the lowest-priced proposal.

The Town reserves the right to consider all factors it deems pertinent to the Town’s interests and to

make an award that, in its judgment, best serves the public good.

Interested firms should submit five (5) paper bound copies of the proposal and one (1) copy of the

sealed bid price with the submission to the following address:

Town of Stratham NH

Attn: Department of Public Works

10 Bunker Hill Avenue

Stratham, NH 03885

They shall also submit an electronic copy of the proposal in PDF format provided via email to

admincoordinator@strathamnh.gov or on a USB jump drive (also known as a thumb drive). The

electronic file name should contain the project name and the submitting firm. The sealed proposal

shall be plainly and clearly marked with the project name and the name of the firm submitting the

proposal. Interested firms are encouraged to submit succinct, well-organized proposals where the

requirements of this RFP can be easily identified. Sealed proposals are due by June 19th, 2026, by

3:30 PM, either by mail or personal delivery. Proposals received after that due date and time will

not be considered.

TOWN OF STRATHAM • DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

70 Bunker Hill Avenue • Stratham, NH 03885 • 603-772-5550

RFP # 05-26-03

PROJECT DETAILS

DESCRIPTION:

The project will include construction of six pickleball courts adjacent to the existing tennis court

area, associated fencing, surfacing, pavement markings, drainage improvements, and related site

work necessary to provide complete and operational recreational facilities.

The project will also include drainage improvements surrounding the existing tennis court area to

address existing drainage deficiencies and improve stormwater management within the

recreational court complex.

The pickleball court project is part of a larger phased improvement effort at Stevens Park, which

also includes pavilion construction, utility improvements, and parking area reconstruction. The

court construction work shall be coordinated with the parking area reconstruction project and may

occur following or partially concurrent with portions of the paving and site work activities.

Contractors shall account for coordination and sequencing of work activities accordingly.

Upon request, the Town will provide site plans prepared by Emanuel Engineering, Inc., which shall

serve as the basis for all work performed under the awarded contract.

TOWN OF STRATHAM • DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

70 Bunker Hill Avenue • Stratham, NH 03885 • 603-772-5550

RFP # 05-26-03

SCOPE OF SERVICES

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and coordination

necessary to complete the project in accordance with the plans prepared by Emanuel Engineering

and all applicable standards.

The work shall include, but is not limited to, the following:

Court Construction:

• Construction of six (6) new pickleball courts adjacent to the existing tennis court area

• Installation of asphalt or other specified court surfacing systems

• Installation of court color coating, striping, and pavement markings for pickleball play areas

• Fine grading and surface preparation necessary to achieve proper drainage and playability

Site Preparation and Base Installation:

• Excavation, grading, and preparation of court areas

• Removal and disposal of unsuitable materials as necessary

• Preparation and compaction of subgrade materials

• Installation of gravel base and subbase materials in accordance with project specifications

Fencing and Court Accessories:

• Installation of perimeter fencing, divider fencing, gates, and associated hardware

• Installation of net systems, sleeves, or related court equipment as specified

• Coordination of any additional recreational amenities associated with the court area

Drainage and Site Improvements:

• Installation of drainage improvements surrounding the existing tennis court and proposed

pickleball court areas

• Adjustment or installation of drainage features associated with the court complex

• Restoration and stabilization of disturbed areas

• Erosion and sedimentation control measures throughout construction

• Final site cleanup and restoration of adjacent lawn or landscaped areas impacted by

construction

Coordination Requirements:

• Coordination with contractors performing pavilion, utility, and parking area reconstruction

work at Stevens Park

• Sequencing of work activities to minimize conflicts with ongoing site construction

operations

• Protection of completed site improvements and adjacent infrastructure during construction

activities

Please include any exclusions, assumptions, alternates, or proposed surface system specifications

within your proposal submission.

TOWN OF STRATHAM • DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

70 Bunker Hill Avenue • Stratham, NH 03885 • 603-772-5550

RFP # 05-26-03

KEY DATES

Event or Requirement

RFP Posted to Town’s Website

Current site visit

Deadline for submissions of questions due via

email to admincoordinator@strathamnh.gov

Responses to comments and questions posted

to Town’s website and distributed to all those

who made inquiries

Proposals Due (via paper or electronically)

Opening of Proposals

Date and Time

May 22nd, 2026

Open to the Public

June 5th, 2026

June 12th, 2026

June 19th, 2026 at 3:30 PM

June 22nd, 2026

MANDATORY SUBMITTING FIRM REQUIREMENTS

Submitting firms are required to assume responsibility for all services offered within the firm’s

proposal regardless of whether they are produced “in-house” or performed through a sub- contract

arrangement. The submitting firm will provide the name of a project manager who will serve as the

sole point of contact regarding contractual matters, including payment of all contract costs and fees.

PROPOSAL FORMAT / EVALUATION CRITERIA

In order to ensure a uniform review process and obtain maximum degree of compatibility, it is

required that the proposals be organized in the manner specified below.

1. Title page: The submitting firm should identify the RFP subject, the name of the

contractor, local address, telephone number, name and title of contact person and

date of submission.

2. Table of Contents: Provide clear identification of the material by section and by page

number to include the scope of work and material specifications.

3. Company History and Qualifications: Briefly describe your company’s history and

any relevant experience for this project.

4. References: List at least three (3) client references for whom similar work has been

completed (see attached reference sheet).

5. Costs: Describe the costs for the services, equipment, materials and installation.

Describe the payment structure for the project, required deposits, progress

payments, etc. that you propose for the project work requested within this RFP.

6. Subcontractors: Provide a list (including name, address, contract information and

principal contact at each Subcontractor) of any subcontractors you will use in

performing the work for the Town.

7. Warranty: Provide terms, conditions and length for all warranties on labor and

materials.

This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.

Description	Opening Date	Closing Date
Stevens Park - Pickleball Courts	May 22, 2026 10:00 AM	June 19, 2026 3:30 PM

Stevens Park - Pickleball Courts

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