Construction to begin on Tumbleweed…

Sept. 16, 2024

CHANDLER, Ariz. - Hunter Contracting Co. was awarded a construction agreement change order for the Tumbleweed Park Pickleball Facility from Chandler City Council at their meeting on Sept. 12.

In response to the growing interest in pickleball in Chandler, City Council approved the design of the Tumbleweed Park Pickleball Facility in Oct. 2023. It will be located on the southeast corner of Germann Road and Pioneer Parkway.

Community Services Director, John Sefton, announced that the new Tumbleweed Pickleball Facility will nearly triple Chandler's outdoor courts. "Pickleball's popularity has grown rapidly in our community, and it's essential to expand our recreation programs and facilities to meet the demand among our residents. This new facility will offer affordable, accessible opportunities for residents of all ages and abilities."

In July, Hunter was awarded a construction agreement to help procure materials for this project with a long lead time or items that may have increased costs over time.

This planned change order, in an amount not to exceed $8,415,866.94, allows Hunter Contracting to move forward with the construction of 18 outdoor pickleball courts and accompanying restrooms, practice areas, equipment storage, drinking fountains and parking, as well as the addition of three tennis courts and LED lighting updates at the Chandler Tennis Center.

Related to this project, Council also awarded a professional services agreement for construction management services to Dibble CM, LLC in an amount not to exceed $482,135.

The Tumbleweed Park Pickleball Facility broke ground in early September and construction is scheduled to begin in October 2024. The project is expected to be complete in fall 2025. Visit Chandler Pickleball for updates.

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