Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-26-1557-SDW03-SDW03-129957

Management and Operation of Eleanor Gaffney Community Pool at Sandwich High School

This opportunity seeks a qualified provider to manage and operate the Eleanor Gaffney Community Pool at Sandwich High School in East Sandwich, MA. - Government Buyer: - Sandwich Public Schools (School Committee) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; this is a service contract open to qualified pool management organizations. - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive management and operation of the community pool - Includes before/after school swim programs, youth swim lessons, developmental swim team, adult water exercise, master swim instruction, and community aquatic activities - All associated responsibilities such as staffing, maintenance, custodial, and utility management - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Proposers must have at least five years of experience operating community swim programs - Certified Pool Operator required on staff - Must provide and maintain specified insurance coverage - $1,000 security deposit required - Mandatory pre-bid site walkthrough - Compliance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30B, Section 6 - Proposer responsible for all program costs, including custodial, maintenance, and utilities - Pool is closed each August for cleaning and repairs - Proposals evaluated on price, non-price criteria, and interviews - Period of Performance: - Initial term of 11 months, with options for two additional 11-month extensions - Place of Performance: - Eleanor Gaffney Community Pool at Sandwich High School, 365 Quaker Meetinghouse Rd, East Sandwich, MA 02537

Description

The Town of Sandwich is soliciting proposals for the management and operation of the Eleanor Gaffney Community Pool located at Sandwich High School. The contract term is 11 months starting September 1, 2026, with options for two additional years. The scope includes operating swim programs such as youth swim lessons, adult swim, and community aquatic activities, with a mandatory pre-bid walkthrough on June 8, 2026. Proposals must be submitted in two sealed envelopes separating price and non-price information, and the award will be based on a combination of price, non-price criteria, and interviews.

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