Opportunity

Portage Civicplus #Marina RFLP

Portage seeks proposals for long-term lease and management of Sammie L. Maletta Public Marina

Posted

September 01, 2026

Respond By

September 30, 2026

Identifier

Marina RFLP

NAICS

713930

This opportunity invites qualified marina owner-operators to submit proposals for a long-term lease and professional management of the Sammie L. Maletta Public Marina in Portage, Indiana. - Government Buyer: - City of Portage Department of Parks and Recreation - Facility Details: - Approximately seven acres, ten docks, and 214 slips for annual rental - Direct access to Lake Michigan via Burns Waterway - Services Requested: - Long-term lease and operation of the marina - Professional management, maintenance, staffing, and facility upgrades - Preservation of public access and prioritization of local residents for slip pricing and employment - Unique Requirements: - Minimum five years of marina management experience and operation of at least 200 slips - Proposals must address transaction structure, maintenance, staffing, financial capacity, and operational experience - Compliance with ADA and environmental standards - Preference for enhancements to infrastructure, commercial, and entertainment amenities - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified marina operators - Evaluation criteria include public access preservation, upgrade quality, operator experience, financial capacity, and lease terms

Description

The City of Portage Department of Parks and Recreation is soliciting long-term lease proposals for the operation of the Sammie L. Maletta Public Marina. The marina consists of approximately seven acres with ten docks and 214 slips for annual rental, located on the Burns Waterway with access to Lake Michigan. The City seeks a qualified marina owner-operator to professionally manage the marina, maintain public access, and potentially enhance the facility with upgrades and commercial opportunities. Proposals will be evaluated based on public access preservation, local resident priority, and the quality of the leasing arrangement.

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