Primary Department: Purchasing
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Kimberly J. Williams, JD
Secondary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA
Type of Request: Contract - Award
Project ID (if applicable): 260052
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Kraftsman, LLC
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): 9.90%
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable):
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal is not 0% and is listed above
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Office of the Purchasing Agent for approval of an award on the basis of best proposal meeting requirements and that the County Judge execute an agreement with Kraftsman, LLC to design, provide, remove, and install playground equipment at Freed Park for Precinct 4 for the period of October 15, 2026 - October 14, 2027, and for the County Clerk to execute any applicable bonds to be received (260052), MWBE Contracted Goal: 9.90%.
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Background and Discussion:
Freed playground is a heavily used play space with low play value. The playground size is small considering the usage level this play space receives. There are no shade structures protecting the equipment from UV rays. The fall surfacing currently is a wood fiber that is a yearly maintenance item. Collectively these items are creating the need for an upgraded playground providing enhancements to the community.
Expected Impact:
Installing a new inclusive playground will enhance the play value for the community to use. This new playground will achieve this by providing an all-inclusive element that the area did not have before. Shade structures will be installed that will extend play hours for the community but also extend the life of the equipment. The new rubber pour in ...
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