🛠️ Vendor Bids & Selection
We received bids from multiple playground vendors and carefully reviewed each proposal based on cost, design quality, inclusivity, and long-term durability.
| Vendor |
Estimated Cost |
Highlights |
Notes |
| Miracle PlaySystems |
$223,000 |
Modular design |
Higher Cost, North Seattle location |
| NW Playground |
$212,000 |
Custom design, option for ForeverLawn Turf (at additional cost) |
Site prep not included, furthest location from school (Issaquah) |
| PlayCreation |
$192,000 |
Custom design, inclusive features, Community Build option |
Great value and location adjacent to school |
PlayCreation’s design reflects our vision for an inclusive, welcoming space—and offers a Community Build option to help reduce installation costs through volunteer support.
🎨 Initial Design Specs
PlayCreation’s first drafts include:
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A large central climbing structure
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Multiple slides and swings
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Sensory panels and inclusive features
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Engineered wood fiber surfacing
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Accessible pathways and entry points
This draft design illustrates what our $200,000 fundraising goal makes possible: a safe, inclusive, and engaging playground that meets the needs of all our students and reflects the values of our school and parish community. As we move forward, we’ll be seeking donor and community feedback to refine design elements and ensure the final playground reflects our shared vision and priorities.
