Copeland playground equip & poured rubber safety surfacing; RFP#26-215

Richmond County School System is requesting proposals for the design, delivery, and installation of two outdoor playgrounds at Copeland Elementary School in Augusta, Georgia under RFP#26-215, with proposals due November 9, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EST. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the school site.

One playground is designed for ages 2–5 and the other for ages 5–12. All equipment must be IPEMA-certified and comply with CPSC and ASTM safety standards. Vendors must submit scaled drawings at 1/4" scale in .dwg format (plan view and elevations), equipment catalogs with marked pages for individual play events, product warranties, and vendor qualifications. The scope includes poured rubber safety surfacing specified as Rubber Walk product or approved equal, with detailed specifications required. Installation must be performed by a certified Playground Safety Inspector with manufacturer certification. The successful vendor must conduct an on-site safety training session with school staff before the playground is released for student use.

Pricing must cover all product costs, delivery, and installation for both playgrounds, submitted on the designated pricing sheet. Vendors must provide proof of minimum $5 million in product liability insurance coverage. The successful vendor must complete delivery and installation within 90 days of award notification. The anticipated award date is November 17, 2026. Proposals must include one hard copy and one digital copy on a labeled USB flash drive submitted to 864 Broad Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901. Questions and requests for clarification must be submitted in writing via email by October 29, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. The proposal package must include completion of the Sex Offender Acknowledgement Form and E-Verify Affidavit.