Paintsville lake marina RFP 121020

The Kentucky Department of Parks, in conjunction with the City of Paintsville, issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the operation and management of the Paintsville Lake Marina located in Elliott County. The RFP seeks qualified operators to comprehensively manage all marina facility aspects, including boat slip rentals, fueling operations, maintenance services, and related recreational amenities. Respondents must demonstrate operational experience with similar facilities, present a detailed business plan with marketing and revenue strategies, and provide proof of adequate insurance coverage. The solicitation requires bidders to outline operational costs, revenue-sharing arrangements with the City, and investment commitments for facility improvements. Evaluation criteria will focus on operational competency, financial stability, and commitment to serving the public recreational boating community. The proposal submission deadline was December 10, 2020, at 2:00 PM, with proposals to be submitted to the Finance Division of Real Properties in Frankfort, Kentucky. Interested parties could contact Holly Thompson at 502-564-2243 for additional information.

The RFP does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or small businesses. Online bidding was prohibited, and the solicitation was open to private, third-party developers and operators capable of providing a first-class marina operation. While no incumbent vendor information was directly specified, the RFP suggests the potential to either utilize existing marina structures or pursue new facility design and construction. The commodity code for this opportunity was 97104, classified as Boat Dock/Marina Space, Rental or Lease. Funding for marina operations will be derived from user fees, slip rentals, and fuel sales, with the expectation that the successful bidder will generate sufficient revenue to sustain operations while maintaining high facility standards. The contract will require the operator to maintain comprehensive general liability and property insurance, comply with municipal licensing requirements, and adhere to standards established by the Kentucky Department of Parks.