Title
Bid No. 2026-043 - Blackwood Park Playground Replacement.
(Authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute a contract with Child’s Play, Inc., through BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative Contract No. 781-25, Vendor No. 1501, in an amount not to exceed $301,799.00.)
Body
Name of Department
Parks and Recreation
Project/Budgeted Amount
$325,000.00
Sum of Bid/Bid Amount
$301,799.00
The Blackwood Park playground, located on Eastbrook Drive was originally constructed in the early 2000’s and has surpassed its useful life. The equipment is deteriorating, and replacement parts are difficult to find. The Parks and Recreation Department maintains a playground assessment summary, ranking playgrounds based on age and condition. Blackwood was ranked in fair condition, indicating the need for replacement. In addition to a new playground, the safety fall surface will be upgraded to artificial turf, ensuring the area is accessible to all abilities.
The Burke playground equipment was selected through local supplier, Child’s Play, Inc. The City has previously used this supplier and manufacturer for several playgrounds. They provide a full turnkey service, including site preparation and installation of the equipment and safety surface.
Child’s Play, Inc., was selected in accordance with the terms of the BuyBoard Purchasing Cooperative Contract No. 781-25, Vendor No.1501. Installation is anticipated to be completed by Fall of 2026.
Financial Implications
Funding for this project is available through the Mesquite 4B Quality of Life Corporation.
Recommended/Desired Action
Authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute a contract with Child’s Play, Inc.
Attachment(s)
Exhibit
Drafter
Bob Blankenship
Head of Department
Elizabeth Harrell