Playground Equipment

The Ohio State Procurement IDV STS011008 is a comprehensive contract for playground equipment, established by the Department of Administrative Services (DAS). This Waiver of Competitive Selection vehicle enables state agencies, higher education institutions, and registered Cooperative Purchasing Members to procure playground equipment through a pre-negotiated agreement. The contract covers a range of playground-related products, with specific focus on equipment categorized under UNSPSC code 49241500, allowing participating entities to streamline their procurement process for recreational infrastructure.

The master contract is awarded to BCI Burke Company LLC, with an initial performance period from April 5, 2023, to March 31, 2025, and a potential renewal through March 31, 2026. The contract supports statewide procurement across Ohio, including political subdivisions, county boards of elections, state universities, private fire companies, nonprofit emergency medical services, and chartered nonpublic schools. A notable feature is the 3/4 of 1% revenue share requirement, where contractors must remit quarterly sales reports to the state. Snider Recreation, Inc. is listed as an authorized dealer, and the contract includes provisions for equipment warranties, maintenance standards, and cooperative purchasing options, subject to ongoing Ohio Controlling Board authorization.