Landscape Structures, Inc. — Playground, shade, and splash play equipment for parks

Master Agreement 101625-LSI is a cooperative purchasing contract between Sourcewell, a Minnesota service cooperative, and Landscape Structures, Inc. The agreement establishes a procurement solution for the design, manufacturing, and installation of inclusive playground equipment, water play and aquatic equipment, site amenities, and outdoor fitness equipment. This contract is designed for use by thousands of participating entities, including governmental, educational, nonprofit, and tribal agencies across the United States and Canada. The initial term of the agreement is four years, with the potential for extensions up to a maximum of seven years. The scope of work emphasizes the delivery of turn-key systems that comply with rigorous safety and quality standards, including ASTM F1487, CAN/CSA Z614, and CPSIA regulations, with third-party validation through IPEMA. Pricing for participating agencies includes a 6% discount on single orders up to $80,000 and a total volume discount of 8% for orders exceeding that amount, while specialized mechanical systems and design services from Aquatix are priced separately. Landscape Structures, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, is responsible for ensuring equipment is delivered in operational condition to the participating entity's location, with final inspection and acceptance conducted by the purchasing agency. The contract was awarded through a solutions-based solicitation process using a trade-off evaluation methodology, prioritizing pricing, the depth and breadth of solutions, and the ability to deliver. Compliance requirements include adherence to the Buy American Act, the Davis-Bacon Act for construction work over $2,000, and various federal ethics and anti-lobbying provisions. Administrative coordination is managed by Elaine Harkess as the Contract Administrator for the supplier, while Sourcewell oversees the cooperative framework and administrative fee collection.