ADA- Compliant Playground Equipment

The City of South Fulton Parks and Recreation Department is seeking qualified contractors to furnish and install ADA-compliant, inclusive playground equipment at three park locations: Creel Park, Burdett Park, and Old National Park. The Request for Proposal (RFP) #25-14 requires comprehensive services including complete demolition of existing playground structures, installation of commercial-grade playground equipment, site preparation, safety surfacing, equipment anchoring, and shade canopy installation. Each park site requires play areas sized between 4,000 and 6,000 square feet, with the capacity to accommodate at least 40 children simultaneously. Proposals are due on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 10 AM EST. The evaluation criteria will assess compliance with specifications, design inclusivity, contractor qualifications, project timeline, and cost, with a maximum scoring of 100 points. Contractors must meet specific technical standards, including ASTM and CPSC playground safety guidelines and full ADA compliance. The initial contract term is one year, with potential for up to three additional one-year renewals.

The project is federally funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, which mandates compliance with federal requirements and encourages participation from Minority-Owned Businesses, Women-Owned Businesses, Small Business Enterprises, and local firms. A Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 15% has been established for this procurement. The City reserves the right to award the contract to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder or the highest-scoring proposer, with the total contract value subject to available funding and potential negotiation. Contractors will need to demonstrate expertise in playground equipment installation, ADA compliance, and the ability to work within the specified technical and design requirements. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project suggests a significant investment in creating inclusive, modern playground spaces across the three park locations. Proposers should be prepared to provide detailed cost breakdowns and demonstrate their capacity to meet the project's technical and accessibility standards.