PWC Guilford Replacement Playground Equipment

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a vendor to provide replacement playground equipment for Guilford Lake and Beaver Creek State Parks located in Columbiana County. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) specifically requires procurement of playground components including belt seats with chains, full bucket infant seats with chains, single post swing frames, toddler swing add-on beams, and drop shot equipment. All proposed equipment must be ASTM and CPSC certified for commercial applications, with preference given to Landscape Structures models or equivalent products. The procurement will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, determined by calculating the lot total through multiplying unit costs by estimated usage. Vendors must provide two examples of similar completed projects with accompanying photos and references, and must be prepared to participate in a pre-award meeting with DNR staff. The critical project timeline requires delivery to Guilford Lake State Park by January 10, 2025, with all services to be completed by June 30, 2025. Proposals are due by December 11, 2024, and vendors must submit detailed invoices to Financial Shared Services with specific documentation requirements.

The RFQ does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must be registered in the OhioBuys procurement system and obtain an OH|ID with a valid email address to participate in the bidding process. While no specific budget range is detailed in the documents, vendors should be prepared to provide competitive pricing for the playground equipment. The procurement will be conducted through the state's standard terms and conditions, which include requirements for maintaining Commercial General Liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, Automobile Liability coverage of $1,000,000, and Workers' Compensation insurance. Contractors must also be registered with the Ohio Secretary of State, comply with affirmative action requirements, and adhere to drug-free workplace policies. Support and additional information can be obtained through the Ohio Shared Services Team at 877-644-6771 or via email at OBM.ContactCenter@obm.ohio.gov.