How to bid on AL Rollins Park Artificial Turf Baseball Fields for the City of Dalton

What the City of Dalton is buying

The City of Dalton, Georgia, is looking for a contractor to supply and install four new artificial turf baseball fields at Al Rollins Park. This project includes all necessary materials and labor for a complete installation, such as the stone base, storm drainage, artificial turf, infill, base inserts, and field striping.

The City will handle some preparatory work, including soil removal to sub-grade and providing a connection point for the contractor's underdrainage system. They will also provide a concrete perimeter curb for the wood nailer installation. The selected contractor will need to coordinate closely with the City on scheduling, phasing, and installation.

Key dates and deadlines

A mandatory pre-proposal meeting will be held on August 25, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET at the office of KRH Architects Inc., located at 855 Abutment Road Suite 4, Dalton, GA 30721. Contractors arriving more than 5 minutes late will not be allowed to attend.

Sealed proposals must be submitted to the City of Dalton Finance Department, 300 W. Waugh Street, Dalton, Georgia 30720, by 2:00 PM ET on September 8, 2026. The City may short-list firms and conduct interviews on September 10th and 11th, with notifications to short-listed firms by the end of day on September 8th.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for contractors experienced in large-scale artificial turf installation, particularly for sports facilities like baseball fields. Firms with expertise in site preparation, drainage systems, and turf application will find this project aligns with their capabilities. The project falls under the facilities category, specifically for recreational infrastructure.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” to open the posting on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). You do not need an account to view the posting and its associated documents.

Review all documents carefully. Some Georgia events direct documents and responses to an external “Event Link” (Team Georgia Marketplace); otherwise, submit your sealed proposal as directed in the posting before the September 8, 2026, 2:00 PM ET deadline. Remember, attendance at the mandatory pre-proposal meeting on August 25, 2026, is required to submit a proposal.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Given the mandatory pre-proposal meeting, ensure your representative arrives on time. This meeting is crucial for understanding specific project details and asking clarifying questions directly. Pay close attention to the scope of work, especially how your responsibilities coordinate with the City's preparatory work.

Your proposal should clearly detail your experience with similar artificial turf baseball field installations, including your approach to stone base, drainage, and turf application. Highlight your ability to coordinate complex projects and adhere to scheduling requirements. Emphasize your understanding of the materials and labor needed for a complete installation, as outlined in the solicitation.