County to review RFQs for Bradley Central track; initial solicitation set to match prior scope

Commissioners reviewed a letter and RFQ process for a proposed renovation of the Bradley Central High School track.

A presenter said the board had previously solicited scope language based on a proposal from Baseline Sports Group, with proprietary references removed to permit broader competition. The scope used for solicitation includes removing six lanes and installing eight, correcting drainage, adding turf to the infield and providing runways and pads for field events. The presenter said one prior proposal from Baseline was well over budget and another was near $1.87 million; the solicitation uses that scope as a baseline but allows commissioners to consider additional features such as bleachers or a fieldhouse if returned bids come in under budget.

Commissioner Alford asked whether the solicitation included items such as storage, fencing or bleachers; the presenter said those items were not in the current base package but could be added later if bids allow. Bid openings were scheduled for April 7 and the district said it would return quotes to the board and county commission for review.

Next steps: staff will report RFQ/bid results to the commission and the commission can decide whether to add phases or seek additional funding.