Sun-N-Fun Lagoon Tourism Impact Study

Collier County's Parks and Recreation Division is seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a Tourism Impact Study for the Sun-N-Fun Lagoon, a water park located in North Collier Regional Park. The primary objective is to obtain an independent professional analysis demonstrating the facility's positive economic impact on tourist-related businesses, which is required by Florida Statute 125.0104(5)(a)(6)(e). The selected consultant must provide a comprehensive written report within 45 days of receiving the purchase order, including one original document and two flash drive PDF copies. The study will support the County's Tourist Development Council grant application for capital infrastructure and operating expenses, with the water park preparing for a 2025 grand re-opening. The procurement follows a Quick Quote process, with questions due by September 17, 2024, at 4:00 PM, and final responses required by September 30, 2024, at 11:00 AM. Vendor selection will be based on the lowest quote, and the consultant must demonstrate experience in studies or plans for public parks agencies and aquatic recreation facilities.

The contract opportunity does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including worker's compensation, employer's liability, commercial general liability, and professional liability with specific coverage amounts. Prospective bidders are required to complete a questionnaire, confirm insurance understanding, upload E-Verify and Sunbiz registrations, and provide a W-9 form. For projects exceeding $200,000, vendors must submit Performance and Payment Bonds written for 100% of the contract award amount, underwritten by a Florida-authorized surety with an "A-" or better rating. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the study is described as a one-time purchase, suggesting a limited-scope project. Vendors must name Collier County as an "Additional Insured" on insurance certificates and maintain coverage throughout the agreement's duration. The contract will support the county's efforts to quantify the economic impact of the Sun-N-Fun Lagoon on the local tourism ecosystem.