North Bellevue Community Center Playground

The City of Bellevue is seeking a qualified consultant under solicitation 26062 to provide site selection and design services for a new play area at the North Bellevue Community Center. The scope of work includes assessing site needs, identifying the three most suitable locations based on environmental impact and safety, providing a final site recommendation, and developing conceptual design drawings. Additionally, the consultant must identify all necessary permitting and compliance measures and provide estimated construction costs. All deliverables, including the final report and drawings, will become the exclusive property of the City upon submission. The selection process is based on a trade-off award method using a weighted scoring system that prioritizes regulatory knowledge of ASTM, ADA, and Playground Safety standards, followed by project team qualifications, relevant experience, and firm capacity. Proposals must be submitted as a single searchable PDF via the Public Purchase portal by August 27, 2026, adhering to strict page limits for project history, regulatory approach, and references. The successful contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance, including Commercial General Liability and Professional Liability of at least 1 million dollars, and comply with Bellevue City Code regarding non-discrimination, affirmative action, and B&O tax obligations. The contract is expected to be in place by October 2026 and will continue until the completion of all services and final payment.