25-42-PRCS Golf Course Manager

The City of Salem, Massachusetts, is seeking an independent contractor to manage the Olde Salem Greens Municipal Golf Course through a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued on March 11, 2025. The procurement targets a Golf Course Manager who will be responsible for comprehensive operational management of the nine-hole golf course located in Highland Park, with contract services spanning from approximately April 1 to December 1, 2025. Key responsibilities include recruiting and supervising clubhouse personnel, managing tee times, overseeing tournament operations, maintaining the golf shop, and performing various administrative duties. Proposers must be at least 18 years old and demonstrate extensive experience in golf course management, customer service, and retail operations. The evaluation criteria will focus on the proposer's golf industry experience, supervisory skills, retail background, and proposed plan to increase community awareness and playership. Proposals are due on March 25, 2025, at 11:00 AM, with the city expecting to award the contract within 45 days of the proposal due date. The successful candidate must submit a comprehensive proposal including a non-price technical proposal, references, resume, and relevant certifications.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. While no incumbent vendor is identified, the contract includes an option to renew for up to two additional years in one-year increments, suggesting potential long-term opportunity. The procurement does not specify a fixed compensation rate, instead requiring proposers to submit their proposed rate on the Price Proposal Form. The City of Salem will select the most advantageous proposer based on a combination of evaluation criteria and pricing, indicating flexibility in the selection process. Physical requirements for the position include the ability to stand, walk, and lift, which may impact potential respondents. No specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the available documentation, leaving financial terms open to negotiation based on the proposed management approach and pricing. The contract appears designed to provide significant operational autonomy to the selected Golf Course Manager while maintaining city oversight of the municipal golf course facility.