Subject:
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Ranking of firms and agreement with Playmore West, Inc. d/b/a Playmore Recreational Products and Services for playground removal and installation.
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Recommended Action:
Recommended Action
Approval of the ranking of firms and agreement with Playmore West, Inc. d/b/a Playmore Recreational Products and Services for playground removal and installation.
• This agreement provides for the removal of existing playground equipment and installation of new playground equipment at eight playground locations.
• All playground equipment and surfaces meet accessibility and safety standards and are covered by warranty for replacement products, if ever needed.
• This Request for Proposal was advertised on May 27, 2022, with final negotiation completed on December 19, 2022. Five firms submitted proposals with Playmore recommended for award as the No. 1 ranked firm.
• The agreement contains a total not-to-exceed amount of $4,600,000.00. Funding is derived from the American Rescue Plan Act.
• This is a new contract for the County with no current contract available for a comparison perspective of either pricing or services.
Contract No. 22-0308-P in the total not-to-exceed amount of $4,600,000.00, effective through December 31, 2026; Authorize the Chairman to sign and the Clerk of the Circuit Court to attest.
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Strategic Plan:
Practice Superior Environmental Stewardship
3.2 Preserve and manage environmental lands, beaches, parks, and historical assets
Foster Continual Economic Growth and Vitality
4.6 Support a vibrant community with recreation, arts, and culture to attract residents and visitors
Summary:
Summary
This Agreement provides for the removal of existing playground equipment and installation of new playground equipment at eight (8) playground locations.
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Background Information:
On May 27, 2022, the Purchasing and Risk Division, on behalf of Parks & Conservation Resources, released a Request for Proposal (RFP) with the intent of selecting a firm to provide playground removal and installation. Five (5) responsive proposals were received. After evaluation, the Parks & Conservation Resources department recommended Playmore West, Inc. DBA Playmore Recreational Products and Services for award as the highest ranked firm. Final agreement negotiations were completed on December 19, 2022.
Fiscal Impact:
Contract total not-to-exceed: $4,600,000.00
Funding is derived from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Staff Member Responsible:
Paul Cozzie, Director, Parks and Conservation Resources
Merry Celeste, Division Director, Purchasing & Risk, Administrative Services
Joe Lauro, Director, Administrative Services
Partners:
N/A
Attachments:
Goods and Services Agreement
Rankings