Pinellas County Opengov #145-0508-IP(RG)

Award for Concession Services at Belleair Boat Ramp Bait House

Pinellas County has awarded a long-term concession services contract for the Belleair Boat Ramp Bait House to Skinny Waters, Inc dba Angler 360 Bait and Tackle. - Government Buyer: - Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners, Parks and Conservation Resources Department, Purchasing Department - Awarded Vendor: - Skinny Waters, Inc dba Angler 360 Bait and Tackle - Products and Services Requested: - Operation and management of the bait house concession - Sale of live and frozen bait (notably shrimp, pin fish, grunts, creek chubs) - Sale of non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, ice, tackle, apparel, sunscreen, marine batteries, souvenirs, and sundry items - Rod and reel rentals - Operation of a snack bar with grill foods, soft drinks, ice cream, and coffee - Youth fishing education program - Maintenance and cleaning of bait house and restrooms - Use of specialized equipment: 10x4 fiberglass saltwater bait tanks (2 units), beverage cooler, line roller machine, Clover Point of Sales system - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Daily operation from 6 a.m. to sunset, 7 days a week (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) - Compliance with exclusive sponsorship agreements (e.g., Pepsi products) - Revenue-sharing model: contractor pays a percentage of gross sales to the County (typically 9%, temporarily reduced to 4.5% for six months) - Estimated annual revenue not to exceed $35,000 - Compliance with local ordinances for alcohol sales (beer and wine in cans/plastic bottles) - Specific insurance requirements, including Sexual Molestation coverage for youth programs - Adherence to minimum operating standards and environmental/product quality requirements - Security systems and trained staff required - Detailed business plan, experience, and references required for proposers - No specific part numbers or purchase quantities for products, as this is a service concession agreement

Description

This solicitation is for concession services at the Bait House located at the Belleair Boat Ramp in Pinellas County, Florida. The services include the operation of a bait house concession offering live and frozen bait, non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, ice, tackle, apparel, and other approved items. The contract includes provisions for the sale of beer and wine in cans or plastic bottles, subject to local ordinances. The contract term extends from December 10, 2015, to December 9, 2030, with estimated annual revenues not to exceed $35,000. The contractor is Skinny Waters, Inc dba Angler 360 Bait and Tackle.

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