The City of Eagle Lake has been awarded funding by Polk County Community Development to install additional playground equipment, surfacing and benches at the existing playground located at the Eagle Lake Park with the address of 370 W Eagle Avenue, Eagle Lake Florida, 33839. The goal of this project is to expand recreational opportunities while ensuring accessibility and inclusive play for children of all abilities. Because of this Community Development award by Polk County the City of Eagle Lake has issued this Request for Proposal from qualified vendors for the provision of the following:
This project is turnkey and the total budget for the project is $75,000.
- Provision of accessible recreation equipment, and permanent installation of that equipment in the play area. The equipment selected should be appropriate for the target age of children to be served, which is from 5 to 12 years old.
- The proposal should include both a proposal with and without a surfacing option. The surfacing will include installation according to manufacturer specification and shall permit accessibility by all children to the play area from surrounding play area.
- Add accessible play components for children who use wheelchairs, install swings, including inclusive swing options, and include at least one bench in your design.
- Integrate new equipment with the existing playground layout and aesthetics.
The proposed swing area is 20 x 15 feet.
The proposed inclusive play area is 22 x 18 feet.
A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on June 3, 2026 at 10:00 am at the Eagle Lake City Hall, 75 North 7th Street, Eagle Lake FL 33839.