Title
Gymnastics Runway Replacement 2012
History
In an effort to replace the aging equipment at the Sportsplex, staff is requesting approval to replace the spring strip tumbling runway in the gymnastics center. The current spring strip runway is 10 years old and in need of repair. The new runway will improve the quality of instruction and execution for the athletes.
The purchase would be to replace the 8’ x 60’ panels, spring strip, and 8’ x 60’ x 2” eva foam with scrim. Staff has obtained quotes from three vendors who supply gymnastics equipment, Midwest Gym Supply, Dekan Athletic Equipment and United Athletic. Staff recommendation is to purchase the spring strip tumbling runway from Midwest Gym Supply, Inc. Midwest Gym Supply manufactures the plastic spring strip and is the most durable floor on the market with minimal maintenance and increased longevity. Kevin Quirk, our contractual vendor from United Gymnastics Academy, stated that this floor is the best quality and product on the market. Some benefits to this product are durability, limited maintenance, a true spring for the athlete, and will not crack or break unlike plywood and fiber glass composite spring floors.
On November 5, 2012, this item was reviewed and approved by the Parks and Recreation Committee and referred to the Board for approval.
INFORMATION PREVIOUSLY PROVIDED AS PART OF THE NOVEMBER 5, 2012, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING PACKET.
Financial Impact
This item is budgeted and the funds are available in Fiscal Year 2012 equipment account 283-4007-460180.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve the purchase of a tumbling runway including 15 plastic panels, H-channels & straps for an 8' x 60' spring strip and an 8' x 60' x 2" eva foam with scrim, including installation and removal of current spring floor from Midwest Gym Supply, Inc. for a total cost of $9,105.00.