City of Columbia - North Village Park Playground, Surfacing, and Shade - RFP 86/2026
City of ColumbiaCity · Columbia, MO- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Brittany Miller
- (573) 874-7687
The 30-second brief
The City of Columbia, Missouri is requesting sealed proposals for the design, engineering, furnishing, delivery, and installation of a custom interactive playground at North Village Park, located at 210 Orr Street, including bid alternates for protective fall surfacing and shade structure over the play area. Total play area is 5,160 sq ft, with a play use area of 4,775 sq ft. The project budget is $320,000.00, funded in part by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Submissions are due by October 30, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. CST. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference and tour will be held on October 20, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. CST at the park. Written questions are due by October 22, 2026. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, performance and labor/material payment bonds, prevailing wage compliance (Missouri DOL Annual Wage Order No. 33), and E-Verify work authorization.
Base Bid - playground design, Materials and installation; Bid Alternate #1 - protective artificial fall surfacing within play area; Bid Alternate #2 - shade structure over play area including sealed permit/drawings, Materials, And installation
Creativity/Unique Play Opportunities and Aesthetics of the Playground Layout/Features/Method of Performance (40 points), Overall Play Value of the Proposed Layout/Features (30 points), Cost (20 points), Experience, Reliability, Reputation Qualifications and Warranty/Quality of Proposed Layout/Features (10 points)
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Summary
The City of Columbia, Missouri is requesting sealed proposals for the design, engineering, furnishing, delivery, and installation of a custom interactive playground at North Village Park, located at 210 Orr Street, including bid alternates for protective fall surfacing and shade structure over the play area.
Total play area is 5,160 sq ft, with a play use area of 4,775 sq ft. The project budget is $320,000.00, funded in part by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Submissions are due by October 30, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. CST. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference and tour will be held on October 20, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. CST at the park. Written questions are due by October 22, 2026. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, performance and labor/material payment bonds, prevailing wage compliance (Missouri DOL Annual Wage Order No. 33), and E-Verify work authorization.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Creativity/Unique Play Opportunities and Aesthetics of the Playground Layout/Features/Method of Performance (40 points), Overall Play Value of the Proposed Layout/Features (30 points), Cost (20 points), Experience, Reliability, Reputation Qualifications and Warranty/Quality of Proposed Layout/Features (10 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Base Bid - playground design, Materials and installation
- Bid Alternate #1 - protective artificial fall surfacing within play area
- Bid Alternate #2 - shade structure over play area including sealed permit/drawings, Materials, And installation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Bid Bond
- Exhibit A (Offeror Information)
- Exhibit B (Current/Prior Experience)
- Exhibit C (Expertise of Key Personnel)
- Exhibit D (Documentation of Intent to Participate)
- Exhibit E (Method of Performance)
- Exhibit F (Business Entity Certification & Work Authorization Affidavit)
- Exhibit G (Miscellaneous Information)
- Exhibit H (Bid Bond Form)
- Submit to
- https://columbia.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=6091&SourceType=1
- Duration
- 63 months
- Scope location
- Columbia, MO
- Projected sq ft
- 5,160 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Columbia?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://columbia.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=6091&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Brittany Miller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Columbia in MO, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Brittany Miller at (573) 874-7687. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Base Bid - playground design, Materials and installation; Bid Alternate #1 - protective artificial fall surfacing within play area; Bid Alternate #2 - shade structure over play area including sealed permit/drawings, Materials, And installation. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Creativity/Unique Play Opportunities and Aesthetics of the Playground Layout/Features/Method of Performance (40 points), Overall Play Value of the Proposed Layout/Features (30 points), Cost (20 points..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Columbia?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Columbia are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Columbia regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Bond, Exhibit A (Offeror Information), Exhibit B (Current/Prior Experience), Exhibit C (Expertise of Key Personnel), Exhibit D (Documentation of Intent to Participate), Exhibit E (Method of Perfor. Review the full document from City of Columbia for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbia, MO. The total projected area is 5160 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.