How to bid on the District56 Play Mound Renovation for the City of Elk Grove

What the City is buying

The City of Elk Grove Public Works Department is seeking a contractor to renovate the play mound in the District56 Nature area. Work includes removing existing synthetic turf and installing new poured-in-place surfacing, synthetic turf, engineered wood fiber, climbing play equipment and drainage improvements.

The estimated project cost is $296,500. This construction opportunity may suit firms with relevant playground, surfacing, landscaping or site-work experience.

Key date and deadline

The solicitation was published October 1, 2026. The bid deadline is October 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.

Submit your electronic bid through PlanetBids before the deadline. The information provided does not state what happens to bids received after that time, so plan to complete submission early.

Who this opportunity suits

Bidders need a California Class A General Engineering or Class C-27 Landscaping Contractor’s License issued by the State of California. The work may be relevant to licensed contractors experienced with play-area renovation, surfacing installation, climbing equipment or drainage improvements.

How to access and respond

Open the solicitation on the City’s PlanetBids portal. The scope, dates and document list are public; PlanetBids may ask you to complete a “confirm you are human” check before the page loads.

To download documents, receive addenda and bid electronically, register a free PlanetBids vendor account with the City of Elk Grove. Submit your electronic bid through the portal before the due date.

Prepare a complete bid

Read the plans, specifications and other contract documents carefully. Check the document list and review any addenda before preparing your response, since the solicitation identifies them as part of the project information.

Confirm that your firm holds one of the required California licenses and that your bid addresses the listed work, including surfacing, climbing equipment and drainage. Leave time to complete the portal submission and verify that it has been sent before the deadline.