Chieftain Park Playground Improvements Project

2026-11-03

The City of Tonganoxie , in concert with the Tonganoxie Recreation Commission , seeks qualifications and information from qualified playground equipment manufacturers , or manufacturer representatives , to provide design , installation services , material sourcing and construction of custom play equipment as broadly defined herein . The project will be a design - build project delivery method . The proposed playground structures will be installed at Chieftain Park , located at 231 N . Main St . in Tonganoxie , Kansas , within an area of existing playground equipment which will be removed and potentially also in a portion of newly added playground space in the park ( Figure 1 - 1 ). The project scope will include assistance with collection of public input , site field work as necessary for site improvements like drainage or surfacing , coordination with a small committee of local stakeholders tasked with aiding in the design process , presentation of proposed improvements to the Tonganoxie Recreation Commission and Tonganoxie City Council , sourcing selected equipment , and completion of installation of playground equipment and related improvements . Improvement plans for the park improvements have not been previously designed and will be developed as part of this project . Some of the design elements and targets desired as part of this project included the following , which are not listed in prioritized order : - replacement of existing playground equipment with improved equipment with a variety of functions - potential expansion of the playground space into other defined areas of the park - inclusion of shade structures , especially in areas lacking natural or existing shade - clear integration of the different project components - improvement of playground surfacing material with product with high degree of longevity - improvement of layout safety , particularly in terms of the interface between the playground area and the adjacent parking lot and walking trail - adhere to all applicable equipment safety standards - increased inclusivity and accessibility - virtual and remote forms of public engagement with ability to distinguish between feedback of different user groups or stakeholders - one major iconic feature or component with high degree of customization , with other elements anticipated to be selected targeting efficiency

Kansas

2026-04-08