Park Related Equipment and Site Amenities

The City of Pittsburgh's Office of Management and Budget, acting on behalf of the Department of Public Works, is soliciting bids for Invitation for Bid #2025-IFB-190 for Park Related Equipment and Site Amenities. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive park installation, repair, and maintenance services across various domains including playground equipment installation, safety inspections, shelter and pavilion work, site amenities, sports equipment services, and playground safety surface installation. Bidders are required to have a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) on staff and possess a Recreation Installation Specialist Certification through NPCAI. The bid was released on August 18, 2025, with a question submission deadline of September 3, 2025, and a final response deadline of September 15, 2025, at 2:00 pm. The contract period will span from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2027, with options for two additional one-year renewals. Pricing will be structured on a cost-plus model, including hourly rates for labor categories such as laborers, carpenters, finishers, and equipment operators, as well as daily rates for equipment like skid steers, augers, and excavators.

The procurement emphasizes economic inclusion with specific participation goals for diverse businesses: 18% for Minority-Owned Business Enterprises, 7% for Women-Owned Business Enterprises, 5% for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and 3% for LGBTQIA+ businesses. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including an Equal Opportunity Review Commission Participation Form, vendor contact sheet, registration form, W-9, and professional certifications. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the cost-plus pricing model and extensive service requirements suggest a potentially significant contract value. The procurement covers jurisdictions in Allegheny County and Philadelphia City, indicating a broad geographic scope for potential park improvement and maintenance services. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate not only technical capabilities in park-related services but also a commitment to economic diversity and inclusion through their proposal and team composition.