Title
Centennial Park Play Unit Proposal
History
The play unit equipment for the Kevin Hertz accessible playground in Centennial Park is being replaced as part of the full renovation of the playground area. The Village hired architect Norris Design to design the playground and specify equipment that will fit into the designated area. Norris requested proposals for the new equipment on behalf of the Village with a budget limit of $100,000.00. Two companies responded to the request for design/build on the play unit. Both companies are able to meet our required timeframe to have the equipment delivered for the contractor to install to meet the planned opening date of October 6, 2012.
A staff committee was utlized to review the park plans. Trustee Gira joined the review team and provided guidance on the features and theme. Staff is recommending NuToys Leisure Products as they are able to provide a variety of amenities and play pieces that fit well with the Centennial theme and the overall design best met our desire to emphasize a fully accessible area.
The equipment must be ordered this week due to the tight schedule. The equipment will take approximately 3 to 4 weeks to construct and will be sent to the contractor. That contractor will be selected from a construction bid that is also being posted this week.
This agenda item is being considered by the Parks & Recreation Committee and the Village Board of Trustees meeting on August 6, 2012.
Financial Impact
The funds will come from the Capital Budget 012-4004-47080, $220,000.00.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to recommend to the Village Board to approve waiving the bid process
And
I move to recommend accepting the quote from NuToys Leisure Products to provide play unit equipment for the Kevin Hertz playground at Centennial Park for a cost not to exceed $100,000.00.