REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: PLAYGROUND DESIGN CONSULTING

Charese Botjer • October 6, 2025

REQUEST FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES

The Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities is requesting statements of qualifications for professional consulting services for a new inclusive playground for the Wood Lane School located at 1921 E. Gypsy Lane Road. The Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities intends to review and rank the submitted statements of qualifications, then enter into a contract with the most qualified firm. Three copies of the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) should be sent to the Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities, Attention: Scott McKeown, at 1921 East Gypsy Lane Road, Bowling Green, OH 43402, by 10/17/2025 at 4:00 pm.

 

DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT / SCOPE OF SERVICES

The Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities intends to contract with a professional consulting firm to complete design documents and construction administration for a $1,400,000 inclusive playground. This project is expected to include the following scopes of work (please reference Exhibit A which may be acquired at www.woodcountydd.org or by email at smckeown@woodcountydd.org):


·        Removal of existing playground and necessary landscape

·        Reconfigure hardscape/softscape in accordance with Exhibit A to include the following:

o   Adventurous play area

o   Gentle play area

o   Open space

o   Flex zone

o   Sensory garden

o   External pathway

o   Internal pathway

·        Infrastructure including stormwater management if required

·        Fencing as/where required

·        Landscaping

·        Opinion of Probable cost for approved design documents

·        Permitting

·        Public Bidding Process and Documents

·        Assistance with selection/purchasing of playground equipment

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REQUIREMENTS FOR STATEMENTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

The statement of qualifications should be no longer than 10 pages and contain the information requested below. Statements of qualifications of more than 10 pages will not be accepted.  Submissions will be scored based on the criteria and weighting below.

 

1. Firm Information (15 points)

·        Provide the name, office address, and a brief description of the firm and any subconsultants.

·        Include the number of years in business and any pertinent historical information

·        Include a listing of previous experience with the Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities

2. Project Team Qualifications (20 points)

·        Include the project manager and key team members resumes.

3. Relevant Project Experience (20 points)

·        Include information on three park/playground projects the firm has completed or is currently working on.

4. References (15 points)

·        Provide three client references (Name, Title, Organization, Phone, Email) for similar projects the anticipated project team has completed or is currently working on.

5: Project-Specific Qualifications (30 points)

·        Include a one-page narrative describing the firm’s interest in the project, particular abilities and qualifications related to this project, and reasons why the firm should be selected as the consulting firm. 

 

ESTIMATED TIMELINE

RFQ Released: 10/04/2025

SOQs Received: 10/17/2025

Consultant Selection: 10/24/2025

Notice to Proceed: 10/29/2025

 

QUESTIONS/CONTACT DURING PROCUREMENT

Any questions regarding this request for statements of qualification should be addressed to Mr. Scott McKeown, Health and Safety Coordinator at 419.352.5115 or at smckeown@woodcountydd.org.

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