2021-2022 Harbormaster and Marine Supply Store Operator

The City of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, is seeking a qualified Harbormaster to operate the Lakeside Park Harbor Marina and Marine Supply Store located at 555 North Park Avenue. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) solicits a comprehensive service provider responsible for dock master functions, concession operations, and facility maintenance for the 2021 and 2022 boating seasons. Required services include fuel and oil sales, marine maintenance materials, ice vending, food and beverage service, docking slip rentals, sanitary pumping operations, and managing restroom and shower facility access. Proposals are due by 4:00 PM CST on January 28, 2021, and will be evaluated based on the proposer's experience, references, and product offerings. The City reserves the right to conduct background and credit checks, request additional information, and award the contract based on the best interests of the City and its citizens. Operating hours will span from May 1 through October 15, with extended hours of 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM on weekends and 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on weekdays during the Memorial Day to Labor Day period.

The contract does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The selected Harbormaster will receive compensation of $29,000 for 2021 and $30,000 for 2022, disbursed in quarterly payments of 25 percent each. The contractor will retain all revenue generated from fuel sales, docking fees, daily slip rentals, sanitary pumping fees, and restroom key privileges. Required insurance coverage includes $1,000,000 in commercial general liability, $1,000,000 in property damage, workers' compensation, and $1,000,000 in pollution liability. The City will provide all utilities, including water, gas, and electric. The Harbormaster must maintain accurate sales and inventory records, provide a detailed annual operating statement by December 31, and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The concession store may sell fuel, marine supplies, pre-packaged food items, soft drinks, and ice, with alcoholic beverage sales prohibited unless a specific liquor license is obtained. The agreement includes provisions preventing subletting or assignment without prior written City consent and includes indemnification protections for the City.