Playground Request for Information Questions and Answers

PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT, STRUCTURES, AND ACCESSORIES MARKET RESEARCH

HDQMWR-26-I-2001-0001

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

For questions that have been asked related to CPSI certifications: CPSI Requirement: For purposes of this RFI, CNIC requests information regarding respondents’ access to CPSI-qualified personnel and their approach to satisfying playgroundsafety requirements. A future solicitation, if issued, will identify the specific roles requiring CPSI certification and whether those personnel may be prime-contractor employees, subcontractor employees, or independent third-party providers.
Foreman/Lead Experience: Foremen and lead individuals performing playground-equipment installation must have at least five years of relevant playground-equipment installation experience.
Independent Audit and Testing: The required independent third-party safety audit and impact attenuation/drop testing may be performed by an appropriately qualified independent third-party firm engaged by the prime contractor, subject to the final solicitation requirements. For questions that have been asked related to the RFI response deadline: Please be advised the RFI deadline is extended until 28 October, 2026 at 3:00 PM Central Daylight Time.
Additional Questions & Answers:
1. (a) May an equipment distributor respond with its current supply and regional support capabilities if it does not yet have a fully established nationwide installation network? A: Yes! We are conducting general market research on current playground trends as explained in Part V § A. If you have the knowledge, expertise, and background to educate us in any aspect of this research, we will gladly accept it. Having a nationwide network is logistically ideal; however, CNIC recognizes answering Part VII § B(1) may be challenging for companies only having a regional and/or local presence. CNIC still encourages the regional and local companies to submit a response to this RFI and are welcome to discuss their management of playground installation vendors at their regional or local level.
(b) Would separate equipment-supply and installation roles be useful to this market research? A: Yes.

2. Is CNIC considering a nationwide contract, regional awards, or installation-specific opportunities? Would you consider a regional contractor with an established network of qualified suppliers and installers?
A: At this time, we are only conducting general market research on current playground trends as explained in Part V § A. Any details companies are able to provide will be most