Title
Playgrounds, Splash Pads, and Outdoor Fitness and Related Equipment - Contract - COOP 26-0039 Request for Award (Ordinance S-52241) - Citywide
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract with Dave Bang Associates, Inc. to provide playgrounds, splash pads, and outdoor fitness and related equipment, as well as repair of such equipment, for citywide departments. Further request to authorize the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The total value of the contracts will not exceed $1,500,000.
Report
Summary
This contract will provide playgrounds, splash pads, outdoor fitness, and related equipment to enhance and support the quality of recreational programs and services for Phoenix residents. The contract will also provide repair of such equipment, which is nearing the end of its lifecycle. This contract is for citywide use and will be primarily used by the Aviation, Human Services, and the Parks and Recreation Departments. The Parks and Recreation Department is anticipated to be the largest user of this contract.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, standard competition was waived as a result of an approved Determination Memo based on the following reason: Special Circumstances Alternative Competition. The City is a member of Mohave Educational Services Cooperative (MESC) and this contract was awarded through a competitive process, consistent with the City's processes, as set forth in Phoenix City Code Chapter 43. Utilization of this agreement allows the City to benefit from MESC government pricing and volume discounts.
Contract Term
The contract will begin on or about February 22, 2026, for a four-year term with a one-year option to extend.
Financial Impact
The total contract value will not exceed $1,500,000 for the aggregate term. Funding is available in the various departments' operating budgets.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Managers Gina Montes and John Chan, Interim Deputy City Manager Amber Williamson and the Aviation, Human Services and Parks and Recreation departments.