CC #24-05 surf school instruction concessionaire

The City of Cape May, New Jersey, is seeking a Surf School Instruction Concessionaire through a competitive contract (CC# 24-05) to provide surf school instruction and weekly camps from approximately June 17 to September 6, 2024. The procurement will be conducted via an electronic bid process on BIDNET, with proposals due by May 8, 2024. The selected concessionaire will be responsible for managing registration, collecting payments, and remitting a predetermined percentage to the City, while the City will handle marketing and public relations. Evaluation criteria will focus on technical, managerial, and cost factors, with bidders required to submit a detailed compensation schedule including per-attendee daily charges and the percentage to be paid to the City. Key qualifications include providing qualified instructors, maintaining stringent safety standards, implementing an approved operational plan, and adhering to comprehensive guidelines for interaction with minors. The initial contract term is one year, with potential extensions up to four additional one-year terms, not exceeding a total of five consecutive years.

The contract does not specify explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but requires comprehensive documentation including business registration certificates and ownership disclosure forms. Bidders must comply with equal employment opportunity regulations and undergo thorough background checks for all employees and volunteers. Insurance requirements are substantial, mandating a Commercial General Liability policy with $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, with the City named as an additional insured. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract suggests a revenue-sharing model where the concessionaire will generate income from surf instruction fees while providing a percentage of revenue to the City. The comprehensive Protection and Safe Treatment of Minors Policy indicates a significant emphasis on safety and professional standards for the selected vendor. Potential bidders should carefully review all documentation and be prepared to demonstrate robust operational capabilities in youth instruction and beach-based recreational services.