CALVERT_HILLS_SCHOOL-AGE_PLAYGROUND_AND_SWING_SET_RENOVATION_RFP_CP-25-05.pdf

The document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the City of College Park, Maryland for the Calvert Hills School-Age Playground and Swing Set Renovation project (RFP No. CP-25-05). The project involves renovating the playground and swing set located at 4601 Calvert Road, with the goal of implementing community-driven improvements based on feedback gathered from residents between October and December 2024. The RFP seeks proposals from qualified contractors to design and build a new playground, with key desired features including a tall, large tubular slide, two seating benches, flat and accessible monkey bars, climbing elements, a connecting bridge or balance beam, and colors that complement the existing 2-5 year old playground renovated in 2023. Proposals are due on May 13, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with questions accepted until April 30, 2025, and answers provided by May 6, 2025.

The project will be funded through a capital renewal project, with the school-age playground equipment currently occupying a 1,544 sq. ft. plot that can be expanded. The renovation aims to prioritize physical play elements, with community feedback indicating a strong preference for physical and social play activities. The final design should meet industry safety standards and have a minimum lifespan of 20 years. The swing set portion of the project will replace the existing structure with a like-for-like upgrade, including 2 toddler swings, 1 ADA-compliant swing, 3 school-age swings, and a bench. Bidders will be evaluated on criteria including company experience, project understanding, work plan quality, cost competitiveness, references, and compliance with RFP requirements. The contract will be awarded based on the most advantageous proposal to the City of College Park.