Playground Equipment Design, Supply, and Installation at Anderson Creek County Park

The County of Harnett is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to design, supply, and install a nature-themed, ADA-compliant playground at Anderson Creek County Park in Lillington, North Carolina, with a project budget not to exceed 140,000 dollars. The scope includes obtaining permits, creating a multi-age play area with swings and accessible features, managing installation, and delivering a turnkey project. The work must adhere to strict safety and accessibility standards, including ASTM F1487, ASTM F1292, ASTM F3313, CPSC guidelines, ADA accessibility requirements, and certification from IPEMA. The installation must be performed by factory-trained, insured, and certified personnel, with a post-installation safety audit conducted by a Certified Playground Safety Inspector, who must ensure deficiencies are corrected within seven days. Proposals are due by October 7, 2025, with submission requirements including both hard copy and electronic formats, and site visits are encouraged for familiarization. The procurement process emphasizes evaluation based on design originality, safety, durability, safety standards compliance, and project timeline, with a weighted scoring system favoring professional qualifications, design approach, project experience, and schedule feasibility. The contract does not reference federal FAR clauses but incorporates relevant industry standards and safety regulations. Administrative contacts are provided for questions and site arrangements, but no specific contract clauses or security requirements are specified. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to safety, accessibility, and quality standards, with clear responsibilities assigned to the vendor for installation, deficiency resolution, and compliance verification, ensuring a safe, accessible, and durable playground for the community.