Playground Inspections

2026-11-03

The Wake County Public School System is seeking to secure a contract , or contracts , with a 3rd party vendor to inspect playgrounds annually at WCPSS facilities now or hereafter owned , leased , or possessed by WCPSS . These inspections shall ensure compliance with safety standards , demonstrate a commitment to safety which can reduce the district ’ s liability , and extend the life span of playground equipment through identifying required maintenance . Currently , WCPSS has 443 playgrounds located at 128 school sites . Scope and Objectives • Each playground shall be inspected in the district using the Playground Checklist Report ( PCR ) provided by Risk Management and Safety after award . • PCRs shall have and reference the Maximo asset numbers of the units and their surface and include clear priority ranking for all identified issues . • All documentation must be typed . • Each playground shall have a completed PCR submitted along with color pictures to the Risk Management and Safety Department within seven ( 7 ) consecutive days of inspection through Google share drive . • Issues that could create potential for causing permanent disability or loss of body parts shall be called into 919 - 856 - 8120 immediately . • The contractor on site performing the inspections must have a current Certified Playground Safety inspector ( CPSI ) certification with a minimum of five ( 5 ) years ’ experience and provide a copy of certification . • The contractor shall be responsible for all costs including transportation , time and materials needed to perform the job . • All work is to be performed in a timely manner , and to the satisfaction of WCPSS . • Work may occur after normal business hours , on weekends or during holidays . • WCPSS currently has 443 playgrounds located at 128 school sites .

North Carolina

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