ADMINISTRATION - Nate Monahan, Recreation Manager
Title
ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL FROM ST CROIX RECREATION FOR VAN BUREN PARK PLAYGROUND REPLACEMENT NOT TO EXCEED $50,000
Background
Annually the City inspects all playground equipment in city parks to ensure compliance with user safety and maintenance standards. The standard replacement schedule for playground equipment is 20 years, but this can vary based on the actual usage and condition of the playground. Van Buren Park playground is 20 years old and upon inspection, it has been determined to be in need of replacement.
Attached is the RFP that was sent out to each vendor. Per the request, the vendor is required to provide a proposal that follows the parameters and criteria while still allowing for creativity and innovative design.
Staff received two proposals for replacement playground equipment at Van Buren Park; one from Flagship Recreation with Landscape Structures equipment and one from St. Croix Recreation with Burke equipment.
The cost of the project, $50,000 will be funded out of the Park and Trail Capital Improvement Fund and this was included in the Draft Park Master Plan for replacement.
The Park Board has reviewed the proposals and is recommending the equipment from St. Croix Recreation.
Recommendation
By motion, accept the proposal from St. Croix Recreation for replacement playground equipment at Van Buren Park not to exceed $50,000.