Northwoods Themed Playground System for USACE Gull Lake Rec Area - Brainerd, MN
ID: W912ES24Q0126Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW07V ENDIST ST PAULSAINT PAUL, MN, 55101-1323, USA

NAICS

Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing (339920)

PSC

RECREATIONAL AND GYMNASTIC EQUIPMENT (7830)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c1f2022d0e1049a2879149a4f6bdcb1a/view
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    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is seeking a contractor to supply and deliver a Northwoods forest-themed playground system for the Gull Lake Recreation Area in Brainerd, Minnesota. The procurement includes providing engineered drawings, installation instructions, landscape fabric, an 8-inch composite border, and rubber mulch, with all equipment required to be ADA compliant and designed for children aged 5 to 12. This initiative aims to replace an outdated playground, enhancing recreational opportunities while ensuring safety and compliance with federal standards. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by 11:00 AM (CDT) on September 19, 2024, and can direct inquiries to John P. Riederer at John.P.Riederer@usace.army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John P Riederer
    (651) 290-5614
    John.P.Riederer@usace.army.mil
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    W912ES24Q0126-0001 Amendment 1.pdf
    The document is an amendment to a federal solicitation, specifically identified as Amendment 0001 for the contract W912ES24Q0126, issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the solicitation deadline from 11:00 AM (CDT) on 17 September 2024 to the new closing date of 11:00 AM (CDT) on 19 September 2024. The amendment reiterates that all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged and enforceable. Contractors are instructed to acknowledge receipt of this amendment through several specified methods prior to the new deadline, as failure to do so may result in rejection of their proposal. The document maintains a clear, official tone consistent with government procurement communications, highlighting the procedural aspects of contract amendments in compliance with federal regulations. In summary, this amendment serves to modify the response timeline for the solicitation, ensuring transparency and adherence to federal procurement standards while facilitating contractors' participation in the bidding process.
    W912ES24Q0126 RFQ for Gull Lake Playground.pdf
    The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for the supply and delivery of a Northwoods forest-themed play system and associated materials for the Gull Lake Recreation Area in Brainerd, MN. Offers are due by September 17, 2024, with all submissions needing to be received by the specified deadline. The scope includes providing engineered drawings, installation instructions, two types of mulch, landscape fabric, and an 8-inch composite border. The equipment must be ADA compliant, themed around forest features, and safe for children aged 5-12. Key evaluation criteria for selecting the contractor encompass the variety of play activities, effective use of space, conformance to the Northwoods theme, warranty coverage, price, and past performance. The acquisition is set aside for small businesses only, with a size standard of 750 employees under NAICS code 339920. The contractor is required to follow federal safety standards and regulations. This solicitation underlines the government’s commitment to creating safe and engaging recreational environments while adhering to regulatory compliance for procurement processes, emphasizing transparency in contractor selection.
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