# Hutchinson Ionwave #2026-34

Trail master planning, design, and Phase I construction services for Hutchinson-area trails

**Posted:** October 26, 2026
**Respond By:** November 20, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026-34
**NAICS:** 237990, 541320, 237310

The City of Hutchinson is seeking a qualified firm to plan and design improvements for the Jim Martinez Trail and South Hutchinson trail system.
- **Government buyer**
  - City of Hutchinson, Kansas; Parks and Facilities office.
  - Buyer contact: Justin Combs, Director of Parks and Facilities.
  - City of South Hutchinson is cooperating on the project.
- **Scope of services**
  - Prepare master plans for the Jim Martinez Trail and South Hutchinson trail system, including trail-condition assessments, conceptual drawings, and cost estimates.
  - Provide three 3D renderings for Jim Martinez Trail locations; propose a separate fee for additional renderings.
  - Facilitate one evening community meeting and up to five stakeholder meetings.
  - Develop a phased improvement approach for the Jim Martinez Trail.
  - Prepare Phase I construction documents and provide construction management.
- **Planning priorities and notable requirements**
  - Address trail connections and future alignments, reconstruction and repaving, safety, accessibility and ADA compliance, drainage, lighting, and durable design.
  - Consider amenities and features such as benches, water fountains, signage, trash receptacles, bike racks, shade structures, wayfinding, landscaping, and potential public art or interpretive elements.
  - Phase I construction has a stated budget of $250,000 and is planned to use city paving crews.
- **OEMs and vendors**
  - No product manufacturers, OEMs, or vendor firms are named in the solicitation.

### Description

The City of Hutchinson, Kansas, in cooperation with the City of South Hutchinson, seeks qualifications for master planning and design services for the Jim Martinez Trail and the South Hutchinson trail system. The work includes assessing existing trails, developing conceptual plans and cost estimates, creating three 3D renderings, and facilitating community and stakeholder meetings. The selected firm will help develop a phased improvement approach and provide construction documents and construction management services for the first phase of Jim Martinez Trail improvements. Responses are due November 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM CT.

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