Tra Thomas Park Basketball Court Improvements

The City of DeLand in Volusia County, Florida is soliciting bids for the Tra Thomas Park Basketball Court Improvements project (Bid No. B-25-03), seeking qualified contractors to supply and install specific park amenities. The procurement covers one swing set bay (either two bays or a 1-4 seat bay with a toddler seat), four traditional style benches, four rectangular perforated steel backboards, and four outdoor breakaway flex rims. The bid is scheduled for submission on December 3, 2024, at 2:00 P.M., with contractors required to comply with federal regulations including Davis-Bacon Act requirements and prevailing wage standards. The project is federally funded, likely through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) resources, and requires Build America, Buy America (BABA) compliance. Contractors must provide detailed documentation on workforce demographics, material sourcing, and adhere to specific technical specifications outlined in the bid documents, including precise installation requirements for swing frames and basketball equipment.

The contract opportunity includes several set-aside and preference provisions targeting local and disadvantaged businesses. Specific requirements mandate Section 3 workforce development provisions, with emphasis on hiring local workers and reporting on minority and women-owned business participation. Material sourcing restrictions require iron and steel components to be produced in the United States, implementing strict domestic manufacturing guidelines. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project involves federal funding with associated labor and procurement compliance standards. The bid documents indicate no incumbent vendor information, and contractors must be prepared to obtain all necessary permits for installation. Contractors will be responsible for providing equipment and labor consistent with the detailed specifications, with the city handling certain preparatory tasks such as removing existing swing sets, backboards, and rims, and assembling benches. Compliance with federal labor standards, equal employment opportunity regulations, and comprehensive documentation of workforce and material origins are critical components of bid qualification.