RFQ 2026-01 Kayak and Paddle Board Rental Services

The City of Acworth, Georgia, located in Cobb County, has issued Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 2026-01 for Kayak and Paddle Board Rental Services. This procurement seeks to establish seasonal onsite rental operations at four municipal parks: Cauble Park, Dallas Landing, Proctor Landing, and South Shore Park. The primary objective is to enhance recreational opportunities for residents and visitors by providing accessible kayak and paddle board rental services during the appropriate seasonal periods. Sealed bids must be submitted to the City Clerk's Office at 4415 Center Street, Acworth, GA 30101, no later than 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bidder information packets are available at the Acworth Community Center, 4415 Cherokee Street, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and interested parties may contact Nick Fryman at (770) 917-1234 or ajordanfox@acworth-ga.gov for additional information. All bidders must comply with general and special instructions outlined in the RFQ documentation, and sealed envelopes must clearly identify the bid number (2026-01), bid description, bidder name, and opening date.

The RFQ documentation does not specify set-aside designations, restrictions on bidder type, or preferences for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available procurement materials. The documentation does not disclose specific contract award values, budget ranges, funding amounts, or detailed contract term parameters. The City has reserved the right to waive any informalities, accept or reject any or all bids, and re-advertise the procurement as deemed in the best interest of the City. Prospective bidders should anticipate that evaluation criteria, specific service requirements, equipment specifications, and operational expectations will be detailed in the complete RFQ package available through the contact channels provided.