T0103 Park and Playground Equipment - Statewide

The State of New Jersey, through the Division of Purchase and Property, has awarded a statewide cooperative contract (RFP/NJCOOP 24-FOOD-118175) to Beckers School Supplies for park and playground equipment. The contract covers 22 distinct line items across multiple product categories, including shade structures, artificial turf, benches, dog park components, game and fitness courses, park grills, playground equipment for children aged 6-23 months, 2-5 years, and 6-12 years, playground surfaces, and wall padding. The contract serves all three New Jersey regions: North (Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union, and Warren counties), Central (Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean, and Somerset counties), and South (Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem counties).

The contract period runs from October 16, 2025, to October 15, 2029, with potential extensions up to three additional years. While the cumulative contract value is listed as $0.00, the contract allows for statewide purchasing with no guaranteed minimum purchase quantities. The awarded brands include USA Shade, Superior Shade, Forever Lawn of South Jersey, Ultrasite, Childworks, Grounds for Play, Ultra Play, Play Mart, Safety Turf, Zeager Brothers, and SofStop. The procurement is structured as a multi-vendor contract with a mini-bid system, enabling using agencies to solicit competitive pricing from awarded contractors based on specific project requirements, with delivery specified as F.O.B. Destination and a standard 45-day after receipt of order (ARO) timeframe.