RFP_Tabulation_-_Names_Only.pdf

The RFP Tabulation Sheet is a Brevard County Purchasing Services document for Non-Motorized Eco Tours - Restricted Use Permits (RFP-4-25-04), detailing five contractors who submitted proposals for eco-tour concessions at Manatee Cove Park and Kelly Park East. The Request for Proposal seeks qualified vendors to operate seven-day-a-week guided eco-tours using non-motorized watercraft like kayaks, canoes, and standup paddleboards, with equipment and safety gear requirements. The proposal submission deadline was April 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with a contract term of two years and potential extensions up to five years. The RFP allows a maximum of 20 watercraft at Manatee Cove Park and 30 watercraft at Kelly Park East, with contractors required to adhere to U.S. Coast Guard guidelines.

The solicitation will evaluate proposals using a 100-point system, considering factors such as experience, service approach, equipment quality, and proposed annual fees. The minimum annual user fee is $3,600 per location, with Brevard County reserving the right to award contracts to multiple providers, limiting each location to two unique contractors. Contractors must undergo mandatory background screenings, maintain $1,000,000 in liability insurance, and provide patron waivers. The five participating contractors are A Day Away Adventure LLC, Brady-Yaks Tours and Rentals LLC, BK Adventure LLC, Calypso Kayaking LLC, and Sunny Nights Kayak Tours, all located in Florida. The RFP emphasizes environmental compliance, ecosystem protection, and harmonious park user interactions, with a focus on sustainable, educational eco-tourism experiences.