New York State Contract Reporter #C20270100

Lake George Park Commission Seeks Temporary Staffing for Aquatic Invasive Species Boat Inspection Program (2027-2031)

The Lake George Park Commission, a New York State agency, is seeking bids from temporary staffing firms to support its aquatic invasive species (AIS) inspection and decontamination program for 2027-2031. - Government Buyer: - Lake George Park Commission (New York State) - Scope of Work: - Provide 50-60 seasonal staff annually as Vessel Inspection Technicians (VITs) and Inspection Station Supervisors (ISS) - Staff will inspect and decontaminate trailered vessels at five stations around Lake George (Essex, Warren, and Washington counties) - Duties include vessel inspection, decontamination using high-pressure hot water equipment, certification seal application, and boater education - Supervisors will manage daily station operations, staff scheduling, and site coordination - Staffing & Administrative Requirements: - Staffing required each year from April 15 to December 15 (covering setup, operation, and decommissioning) - Firms must provide payroll, workers compensation, disability, unemployment insurance, and demonstrate ability to obtain Marina Operators Liability Insurance - Hourly pay rates set by the Commission ($17.50-$22.50/hr) with a fixed administrative markup - Background checks required upon request; staff must have reliable transportation - Compliance with Commission regulations (6 NYCRR Subpart 646-9) and insurance standards - All staff subject to Commission approval - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are named; this is a staffing services procurement - Past vendors include Laine Federal Solutions and Global Employment Services, Inc.

Description

This is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) by the New York State Lake George Park Commission for temporary staffing firms to provide temporary employment services for 50-60 seasonal staff. The staff will support the aquatic invasive species inspection and decontamination program for the 2027-2031 program years. The program operates from May 1 to October 31 annually, with staffing required from April 15 to December 15 each year to assist with setup and decommissioning. The contract term is five years, and the work locations include Essex, Warren, and Washington counties in New York.

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