Project Information

Bid Title

Leasing Joe Becker Stadium, Wendell Redden Stadium, and Gene Bassman Softball Complex

Issuing Agency

City of Joplin

Location

Missouri

Published Date

Mar 17, 2026

Closing Date

Apr 17, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

2026-RFP-18

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Project Description

Bid Number:	2026-RFP-18
Bid Title:	Leasing Joe Becker Stadium, Wendell Redden Stadium, and Gene Bassman Softball Complex
Category:	Parks & Rec
Status:	Open

Description: The City of Joplin, Missouri will accept sealed bids until 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 17, 2026, at the Joplin Athletic Complex located at 3301 West 1st Street, Joplin, Missouri 64801 to LEASE the following: Joe Becker Stadium, Wendell Redden Stadium, and Gene Bassman Softball Complex The City reserves the right to evaluate all bids, to reject any or all bids and re-bid at a later date.  The City may waive any irregularities in the bid or negotiate variances from specifications and make awards that are in the best interests of the City. The City will make final decision in all matters regarding acceptance of bids and issuance of awards. Publication Date/Time: 3/17/2026 8:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 4/17/2026 10:00 AM Contact Person: Questions concerning the specifications and bidding procedures should be directed to Greg Bertoncino, Asst. Director (417)-625-4750 EXT 1506 or Paul Bloomberg, Director 417-625-4750. Related Documents: 2026 Stadium Lease 2026-RFP-18

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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 2026-RFP-18

Leasing Joe Becker Stadium, Wendell Redden Stadium,

And Gene Bassman Softball Complex

RFP Due Date: 10:00 A.M., Friday, April 17, 2026

Location:

City of Joplin

Parks Department

3301 West 1st Street

Joplin, MO 64801

Staff:

Greg Bertoncino, Assistant Parks Director, Email gbertonc@joplinmo.org

Paul Bloomberg, Parks Director, Email PBloombe@joplinmo.org

Phone: 417-625-4750

EXT 1506

Proposals will be received by the Parks Department at the specified location until

the time and date cited above. Only proposals received by the correct time and

date will be recorded.

Proposals must be submitted in an envelope with the Request for Proposals

number and the Vendor’s name and address clearly indicated on the envelope. All

proposals must be completed in ink or typewritten and submitted by the time and

date above.

Consultants are strongly encouraged to carefully read the entire Request for Proposals.

03/17/2026

Issue Date

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The City of Joplin, Missouri will accept sealed bids until 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 17,

2026, at the Joplin Athletic Complex located at 3301 West 1st Street, Joplin, Missouri

64801 to LEASE the following:

Joe Becker Stadium, Wendell Redden Stadium, and Gene Bassman

Softball Complex

The City reserves the right to evaluate all bids, to reject any or all bids and re-bid at a

later date. The City may waive any irregularities in the bid or negotiate variances from

specifications and make awards that are in the best interests of the City. The City will

make final decision in all matters regarding acceptance of bids and issuance of awards.

The City encourages minority and female owned businesses to submit bids on all City

purchases.

Finance Director

Leslie Haase, CPA, CMA

Publication Date: March 17, 2026

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INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The City of Joplin, Missouri proposes to LEASE the following:

Joe Becker Stadium, Wendell Redden Stadium, and Gene Bassman

Softball Complex

All proposals shall have firm-fixed F.O.B. Joplin, Missouri price and shall be honored for

a minimum of ninety (90) days following the bid opening.

All proposals shall be exclusive of Federal, State, and City taxes.

It is the intent of the specifications included with this bid document to generally describe

the item(s) desired in sufficient detail as to secure bids on comparable items. All parts

not specifically mentioned which are necessary in order for the item(s) to perform as

intended shall be included. The strength, quality of workmanship, and material shall be

in accordance with the best trade practices.

Specification variances, manufacturer’s literature and additional information should be

attached to the bid form. All blanks on the attached bid specifications shall be filled in

completely and accurately. Any bid not meeting this requirement may be considered

non-responsive.

Any protest or grievance must be issued in writing and delivered to the office of the

Director of Finance within five (5) working days following the bid opening. Any protest

filed after this time period has elapsed will not be considered.

The City encourages selection of products manufactured, assembled and/or produced

in the United States, as long as the quality and price are comparable with other items

bid.

Businesses which are located within the city limits of Joplin may be given preference in

the awarding of a bid, providing the bid from the local business does not exceed the

lowest bid by more than 3% or $2,500, whichever is less.

The City may give preference to vendors handling products that contain post-consumer

recovered materials, providing the bid does not exceed the lowest bid by more than 5%

or $2,500, whichever is less.

Once the bids are reviewed and evaluated, the successful vendor will be notified, in

writing, and will receive an authorized City of Joplin purchase order. Verbal

acknowledgments will not be considered as official notification and will not obligate the

City in any way. Delivery or performance should not be completed without the receipt of

an authorized purchase order.

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Minimum information to be submitted with each bid shall consist of the following:

1. Verification of Bid Specifications (with variances noted)

MARK BID ENVELOPES: “Leasing Joe Becker Stadium, Wendell Redden Stadium,

and Gene Bassman Softball Complex” - Proposal #2026-RFP-18, 10:00 A.M., Friday,

April 17, 2026”

Questions concerning the specifications and bidding procedures should be directed to

Greg Bertoncino, Asst. Director (417)-625-4750 EXT 1506 or Paul Bloomberg, Director

417-625-4750. CITY OF JOPLIN, MISSOURI

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CITY OF JOPLIN, MISSOURI

Leasing Joe Becker Stadium, Wendell Redden Stadium,

And Gene Bassman Softball Complex

INTRODUCTION

The City of Joplin, Missouri is seeking proposals from qualified entities interested in leasing Joe

Becker Stadium (w/ Clubhouse), Wendell Redden Stadium, and Gene Bassman Softball

Complex. The successful proposer will assume responsibility for specific operational and

scheduling functions for all three facilities, while the City retains responsibility for core

maintenance and field preparation for each facility.

SCOPE OF LEASE

The selected Lessee shall:

1. Lease Payment – Propose an annual lease payment amount to be paid to the City of

Joplin.

2. Subleasing – Manage and coordinate all scheduling for sub-lessees. Copies of all

signed sub-lease agreements will be submitted to the City of Joplin and will include

schedules.

3. Maintenance Responsibilities

a. The City of Joplin will provide all building, plumbing, electrical, and landscape

maintenance through the City’s Parks and Recreation Athletic Maintenance

Division.

b. The City of Joplin will be responsible for all cleaning of buildings, parking lots,

grounds, field/turf maintenance, and all irrigation operations and maintenance.

c. The City of Joplin will provide one staff person during tournament play to keep

facility clean from trash. Will work closely with Lessee Site Supervisor during

games.

d. The Lessee will be responsible equipment for games and tournaments such as

tables, chairs, water coolers, cups, etc.

e. Equipment such as pitching screens, portable pitching mounds, portable fencing

(softball), etc. are able to be used by Lessee with the responsibility of Lessee for

putting up and taking down each item. And making sure all equipment is secure.

4. Utilities - All utilities will be the responsibility of Lessee.

5. Coaching and Supervision – A qualified coach must be present at all games and

practices conducted within the facility.

6. Gate Fee – The Lessee may charge a gate fee.

7. Officiating and Game/Tournament Staff - It will be the responsibility of Lessee for

scheduling and paying of officials and game/tournament staff (admissions, runners, etc.).

8. Concessions – The Lessee will manage concession operations, including equipment,

supplies, cleaning, and staffing. It will be allowable for Lessee to sublessee

concessions, as long as they follow same scope. Equipment issues will be responsibility

of Lessee.

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction

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