Submitted by: Priyanka Joshi
Submitting Department: Public Works
Agenda Section: Consent
Item Title:
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Purchase of Playground Engineered Wood Fiber Mulch
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move that the Mayor and Council authorize the City Administrator to enter into an agreement with Playground Specialist for purchase and installation of Engineered Wood Fiber Mulch at various playgrounds in the City of Hyattsville for an expenditure not to exceed $18,000.
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Summary Background:
Playground Engineered Wood Fiber Mulch is purchased once every 2 years to ensure the safety of our playgrounds. Engineered Wood Fiber must meet a minimum threshold to ensure fall safety. During the recent playground inspection, it was identified that all playgrounds located in the City of Hyattsville will require additional Engineered Wood Fiber Mulch to meet compliance requirements.
Multiple vendors were contacted and Playground Specialist was chosen as the best value for the City.
Next Steps:
Issue purchase order and install the Engineered Wood Fiber Mulch.
Fiscal Impact:
Not to exceed $18,000
City Administrator Comments:
Recommend support.
Community Engagement:
No community engagement required.
Strategic Goals:
Goal 3 - Promote a Safe and Vibrant Community
Legal Review Required?
N/A