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Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-025 authorizing the purchase of a We-Go-Round Playground Unit in the amount of $93,042 from Landscape Structures through the BuyBoard Cooperative Purchasing Program for use by the Parks and Recreation Department; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Parks and Recreation Department
BACKGROUND:
The City of Farmers Branch is requesting to purchase a We-Go-Round playground unit for a total cost of $93,042. In June 2024, the Parks and Recreation Department received an intent letter from the Rotary Club of Carrollton-Farmers Branch to contribute $40,000 towards the purchase of an Inclusive We-Go-Round playground unit to accommodate users of mobility aids and assistive technology.
DISCUSSION:
The Parks and Recreation Department intends to purchase and install an Inclusive We-Go-Round playground unit by Landscape Structures at Gussie Field Watterworth Park. The original project cost was estimated at $97,939. By utilizing BuyBoard, the price will be discounted to $93,042. Discounts are often provided for utilization of the BuyBoard Program.
Staff intends to streamline the purchasing process by utilizing BuyBoard. BuyBoard is a purchasing cooperative that executes the bid process through competitive procurement, assisting members with compliance with Texas local and state procurement requirements and providing a document audit trail. This resource also saves time and resources by eliminating the need for members to prepare and conduct a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) and provides a vetted list of vendors to choose from.
Whirlix will secure and install the playground equipment through Landscape Structures. Landscape Structures manufactures the equipment that Whirlix sells and distributes. Staff recommends that this inclusive playground equipment is best suited for this playground opportunity.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Parks Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) funds of $53,042 and a $40,000 donation from the Rotary Club of Car...
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