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Blue Imp

PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT
RFSO Documents Notice of Award Contract Scope
About the Supplier

About Blue Imp

Made in Canada, for Canada

At Blue Imp, our passion is crafting high-quality Canadian-made playground equipment to spark outdoor play for children of all ages, stages, and abilities. As Canada’s most experienced playground manufacturer, designing and producing inspiring yet durable playground equipment is something we’ve been doing for four generations!


From inclusive playground equipment and accessible playgrounds to school playgrounds, municipal parks, obstacle courses, themed playgrounds and so much more, our playground designs are as diverse as the needs of our customers. We have ideas and solutions for all your playground needs.
Complete your playground or park with our fitness equipment and site amenities, all made in Canada to withstand our climate and inspire outdoor recreation. It’s all about playing strong!

 

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100+
Years in Service
Medicine Hat, Alberta
Our Headquarters
Nation-Wide Team
of Playground consultants
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Why Choose Blue Imp for Your Playground Project?

We are Canada’s original playground maker, committed to empowering communities to attain playgrounds that inspire and endure.


Quality from Concept to Completion
At Blue Imp, we insist on putting fun first without compromising quality or safety. Count on us for superior materials and craftsmanship, a stellar warranty and exceptional customer service.


Made in Canada, for Canada
Our high-quality playground products and park amenities are proudly designed and manufactured at our headquarters in Medicine Hat, Alberta. We strongly believe that what Canada makes, makes Canada.


Proudly Family-owned Since 1917
As Canada's longest-standing playground manufacturer, we believe experience and passion make a difference. Everything we do is imbued with four generations of family pride and it shows.


Here to Help
From head office to our nationwide sales network, we are here to answer all your questions and guide you every step of the way, through planning, fundraising, site prep, installation and beyond. 

Contract Scope

What This Contract Offers

Blue Imp’s entire product and service offering is part of the Kinetic GPO Playground Equipment and Related Materials & Services competitively awarded contract. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Playgrounds

    Including: Inclusive, Accessible, School, Themed & Nature and Recreation

  • Circuits & Obstacle Courses

  • Pre-School Play Structures

  • Equipment

    Including sensory playground and outdoor fitness

  • Merry-Go-Rounds & Spinners

  • Park Furniture

    Including buddy benches and additional amenities 

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this contract and how to put it to work for your organisation.

Members gain access to a comprehensive range of products and services at competitive pricing, all available without running a separate solicitation.

Solutions available, but not limited to:

Inclusive Playgrounds
Accessible Playgrounds
School Playgrounds
Recreation Playgrounds
Themed & Nature Playgrounds
Circuits & Obstacle Courses
Pre-School Play Structures
Sensory Playground Equipment
Merry-Go-Rounds & Spinners
Park Furniture & Amenities
Buddy Benches
Outdoor Fitness Equipment
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Yes. This RFSO was competitively awarded in full compliance with the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), CETA, the Atlantic Trade and Procurement Partnership (ATPP), the Ontario Broader Public Sector (BPS) Procurement Directive, the Ontario-Quebec Trade and Cooperation Agreement (OQTCA), and the New West Partnership Trade Agreement (NWPTA), and all applicable public-sector procurement requirements.

Post a public notice, contact your Kinetic GPO representative to confirm your entity is registered, then reference the RFSO number on your purchase order, and you are ready to order.

Eligible organisations include Canadian municipalities, K-12 and higher education institutions, healthcare facilities, non-profits, Indigenous communities, and all MASH sector entities.

No. There are no volume commitments or minimum purchase requirements. Order what your entity needs, when you need it, at the contracted rates.

Public Record

Contract Documents

Official contract files posted in accordance with Canadian public procurement requirements. To view the entire comprehensive suite of goods and/or services offered by the supplier, please contact our team to request this information or to receive a copy of the supplier's response document.

RFSO Documents

The original Request For Standing Offer documents as issued — solicitation, terms, scope, and awarded pricing schedule.

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Notice of Award

Official Notice of Award for this RFSO, posted to fulfill public procurement transparency and trade-agreement compliance.

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Why Kinetic GPO

Program Benefits

Kinetic GPO contracts are competitively solicited and awarded based on best value, saving your entity time and money.

Streamlined Procurement

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Full Trade Compliance

Contracts fully comply with CFTA, CETA, ATPP, BPS, OQTCA, and NWPTA, and public procurement requirements.

Competitive Pricing

Pricing terms are already negotiated on your behalf. No bids, no lengthy procurement cycles.

Free Membership

Membership is free for eligible public sector and MASH entities across Canada.

Standard across all Kinetic GPO contracts
Getting Started

How to Use This Contract

Three simple steps for eligible members to access any Kinetic GPO contract.

1
Post a Public Notice
Post on your entity's website or use Kinetic GPO's notice posting assistance.
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Contact Kinetic GPO
Reach out to your Kinetic GPO rep to confirm your entity is set up to use this contract.
3
Confirm & Purchase
Confirm the RFSO number and start purchasing directly from the awarded supplier.
Standard across all Kinetic GPO contracts