Explanation
Background: This ordinance authorizes the Director of the Recreation and Parks Department to enter into contract with Snider Recreation for Playground Improvements 2017. The Playground Improvements 2017 project is focused on providing safe and accessible play opportunities for children throughout the City. This project will be for the full replacement of five playgrounds at Antrim Park, Freedom Park, Harrison Smith Park, Krumm Park, and Saunders Park. The playgrounds being replaced are range in age from 17 to 22 years old. These worn playgrounds will be replaced with new playgrounds that meet or exceed all current safety and accessibility standards.
The costs for this project will be $314,888.00 with a contingency of $30,000.00 for a total of $344,888.00.
Bids were advertised through Vendor Services, in accordance with City Code Section 329, on August 31, 2017 and received by the Recreation and Parks Department on September 26, 2017. Bids were received from the following companies:
Company Amount
Snider Recreation (MAJ) $299,888
Playworld Midstates (MAJ) $439,925
After reviewing the proposals that were submitted, it was determined that Snider Recreation was the lowest and most responsive bidder.
Snider Recreation and all proposed subcontractors have met code requirements with respect to pre-qualification, pursuant to relevant sections of Columbus City Code Chapter 329.
Principal Parties:
Snider Recreation
10139 Royalton Road, North Royalton, OH 44133
James Snider 440-877-9151
46-5631661
Exp. Date: 9/30/17 - vendor is updating
Emergency Justification: An emergency is being requested in order to issue a Notice to Proceed and begin work in time to avoid potential delays that could be caused during the winter season.
Benefits to the Public: This project will benefit the community by providing safe, accessible, and fun places for children to play. Community input was solicited for this project by providing renderings of each of th...
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