New Playground Turf for the East Campus Charter School

The City of Pembroke Pines is seeking bids for a playground turf replacement project at the East Campus Charter School located at 10801 Pembroke Rd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB # PSPW-25-04) for removing the existing mulch play field and installing high-traffic artificial playground turf. Specific requirements include GoGreen Aquamaxx artificial turf or an approved equal, with American-made materials, a 1" pile height, UV protection, and a drainage backing system that drains at 85 in/hr. Bidders must provide three references demonstrating five years of similar experience and submit a proposal security of 5% for bids exceeding $200,000. Key project dates include a mandatory pre-bid meeting on April 3, 2025, at 3:00 pm, with questions due by 11:30 pm that same day. Electronic bid submissions are required by April 8, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with a bid opening at 2:30 pm, and the anticipated project start date is May 15, 2025. The work must be completed within 30 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must comply with various local requirements, including E-Verify, background screening, and solid waste disposal regulations. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, with contractors needing to provide General Liability insurance naming the City of Pembroke Pines as an additional insured. Payment and performance bonds will be required for contracts over $200,000, and the City will provide an owner's contingency to cover potential unanticipated work. While a specific budget is not explicitly stated, the project involves installing approximately 4,000 square feet of playground turf. The project is not funded by grants or federal sources, which means standard municipal procurement rules apply. The turf color options include sport green, apple green, or olive green, providing some flexibility for the contractor in meeting the project's aesthetic requirements.