24-02 Condition Assessment 2026-01-29 opt r.pdf

This is a Condition Assessment report prepared for the City of Palm Bay, Florida, regarding the Palm Bay Aquatic Center facility. The document provides a comprehensive evaluation of the aquatic center's physical condition and infrastructure status to support the City Council's directive to issue a Request for Qualifications for operational management services. The assessment was completed on January 29, 2026, and serves as a foundational document for identifying qualified operators who can assume responsibility for maintaining and enhancing aquatic recreation opportunities while minimizing financial impact to the municipality. The condition assessment includes detailed facility evaluations necessary for potential operators to understand the current state of the aquatic center's infrastructure, systems, and equipment.

The report functions as a critical reference document for prospective bidders evaluating the viability of operating the Palm Bay Aquatic Center under various operational and partnership models. By documenting the facility's existing conditions, the assessment enables qualified respondents to develop realistic cost projections and operational proposals that address the City's dual objectives of maintaining recreational services and achieving financial sustainability. The information contained in this condition assessment is essential for operators to assess capital improvement needs, ongoing maintenance requirements, and potential renovation costs when formulating their qualifications and operational proposals.