City of Rocky Mount - Sunset Park Playground Construction and Design - RFP #320-150926TW (2026)
City of Rocky MountCity · Rocky Mount, NC- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tracy Winfield
- (252) 972-1229
The 30-second brief
The City of Rocky Mount seeks competitive turnkey proposals from qualified landscape architects and contractors for the design, procurement, and construction of a new playground at Sunset Park. The project includes a 65' x 85' play area with concrete border, sub-surface, grading, drainage, pour-in-place or tile surfacing, a main rope-and-cable climbing playground for ages 6-12 of at least 475 sq ft, a three-bay minimum swing set, two benches on pads, one trash receptacle, and all related site work and installation. The anticipated project budget is approximately $340,000. Proposals are due by October 28, 2026, at 2:30 P.M. ET, following a mandatory pre-bid site meeting on October 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria include compliance with scope, playground design quality, base proposal price, experience, and schedule.
65' x 85' play area, Concrete border, Sub-surface, Grading and drainage; Pour-in-place surfacing; Three-bay minimum swing set; Main rope/cable or equivalent playground structure; Two benches and pads; Trash receptacle; Required site work, Installation, Project management and closeout
Compliance with required scope and technical approach (25), Proposed playground design, quality, durability, and play value (20), Base Proposal price and price of required work (30), Relevant experience and demonstrated past performance (10), Project schedule and ability to meet required completion date (10), Proposed warranty, maintenance, and post-installation support (5)
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Summary
The City of Rocky Mount seeks competitive turnkey proposals from qualified landscape architects and contractors for the design, procurement, and construction of a new playground at Sunset Park.
The project includes a 65' x 85' play area with concrete border, sub-surface, grading, drainage, pour-in-place or tile surfacing, a main rope-and-cable climbing playground for ages 6-12 of at least 475 sq ft, a three-bay minimum swing set, two benches on pads, one trash receptacle, and all related site work and installation. The anticipated project budget is approximately $340,000. Proposals are due by October 28, 2026, at 2:30 P.M. ET, following a mandatory pre-bid site meeting on October 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria include compliance with scope, playground design quality, base proposal price, experience, and schedule.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- 65' x 85' play area, Concrete border, Sub-surface, Grading and drainage
- Pour-in-place surfacing
- Three-bay minimum swing set
- Main rope/cable or equivalent playground structure
- Two benches and pads
- Trash receptacle
- Required site work, Installation, Project management and closeout
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Proposal/Acceptance Form
- Completed Proposal Form
- Base Proposal price
- Proposed playground products
- Relevant experience
- References
- North Carolina licenses and certifications
- Insurance information
- Workers' Compensation Indemnity Agreement
- Federal certifications
- Submit to
- https://www.rockymountnc.gov/bids.aspx
- Scope location
- Rocky Mount, NC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Rocky Mount?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 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://www.rockymountnc.gov/bids.aspx. For questions, contact Tracy Winfield.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Rocky Mount in NC, 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 Tracy Winfield at (252) 972-1229. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 65' x 85' play area, Concrete border, Sub-surface, Grading and drainage; Pour-in-place surfacing; Three-bay minimum swing set; Main rope/cable or equivalent playground structure; Two benches and pads; Trash receptacle; Required site work, Installation, Project management and closeout. 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: "Compliance with required scope and technical approach (25), Proposed playground design, quality, durability, and play value (20), Base Proposal price and price of required work (30), Relevant experien..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Rocky Mount?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Rocky Mount are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Rocky Mount 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Proposal/Acceptance Form, Completed Proposal Form, Base Proposal price, Proposed playground products, Relevant experience, References, North Carolina licenses and certifications, Insurance information. Review the full document from City of Rocky Mount for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rocky Mount, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.