# Clemson University Ionwave #0009788

Custom Outdoor Ropes Course Design and Installation for Clemson University

**Posted:** October 20, 2026
**Respond By:** November 09, 2026
**Identifier:** 0009788
**NAICS:** 238990, 541330, 541320

Clemson University is seeking a supplier to design and install a custom outdoor ropes course at its Outdoor Laboratory.
- **Government buyer:** Clemson University, Clemson University Outdoor Laboratory; Pendleton, Anderson County, South Carolina.
- **OEMs and vendors:** No manufacturers, OEMs, or vendors are named in the solicitation.
- **Base scope:** Design and install one custom ropes course with at least nine elements selected by Clemson, including a zip line. Use poles and appropriate existing trees and course components where feasible; remove unusable elements, connections, and anchors. Leave old cable that is not reused for the owner.
- **Design and operation:** A linear layout and bypass routes are preferred. The course must be operable by no more than two facilitators. A continuous belay system is an optional, separately priced addition, including the equipment needed for participants and facilitators.
- **Safety and site requirements:** Comply with ANSI/ACCT 03-2019 performance and inspection standards and applicable current ANSI/ACCT DPI standards. Build entirely on Clemson University land within 250 yards of the existing course, while minimizing impacts to trails, plants, wildlife, and facility guests.
- **Users and accessibility:** The course is intended for year-round use by children aged seven and older and adults, including people with speech, hearing, vision, or other impairments.
- **Deliverables:** Proposals must include design drawings, a detailed equipment and features list, company qualifications and relevant experience, a project schedule, facilitator training details, and an all-inclusive cost. The supplier must train Clemson Outdoor Lab facilitators and provide a written post-construction inspection report confirming that new and reused elements pass inspection.
- **Evaluation:** Award is to the lowest responsive and responsible offeror.

### Description

Clemson University is seeking bids for the custom design and installation of a ropes course in a natural setting at its Outdoor Laboratory. The proposed course must include at least nine elements, use poles and existing trees or course components where suitable, include a zip line, and meet the specified ANSI/ACCT standards. The scope includes removal of unusable existing elements, facilitator training, minimizing environmental impact, and providing a written inspection report; completion and staff training are required by June 10, 2027. Bids must be submitted through Clemson University's online bidding system.

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