The Chicago Park District has awarded a contract to DuSable Park Design Alliance for the planning and design of DuSable Park, a 3.44-acre park located east of Lake Shore Drive at the confluence of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. The contract includes services such as landscape and architectural design, interpretive design, renderings, cost estimates, and community involvement. The project aims to develop a public park that is engaging, attractive, safe, and accessible for children and families of all abilities. The contract value is approximately $1,570,000, and the project is expected to be completed within one year, with the option for three additional one-year extensions.
• The contract was awarded through a competitive RFP process, with a focus on minority and women-owned business participation.
• The project includes a range of services, including design, engineering, and community outreach.
• The contract has a duration of one year, with the option for three additional one-year extensions.
• The contract value is approximately $1,570,000.
• The project aims to develop a public park that is engaging, attractive, safe, and accessible for children and families of all abilities.