Massport #27-12

Operation and Management of Founders Memorial Ice Skating Rink in Somerville, MA

This opportunity is for the operation and management of the Founders Memorial Ice Skating Rink in Somerville, MA. - Government Buyer: - City of Somerville, Department of Recreation, Procurement & Contracting Services - Services Requested: - Daily operation, staffing, maintenance, scheduling, and revenue collection for the ice skating rink - Prioritize Somerville youth hockey and public skating - Routine maintenance of rink and building systems - Use of City-provided ice resurfacer (Zamboni) - Free skate rentals for Somerville High School students on early release Wednesdays - Compliance with Massachusetts CORI background checks for all staff - Revenue sharing with the City - Unique Requirements: - Demonstrated experience in ice rink management - Insurance coverage and tax compliance certifications - Supplier diversity documentation - Somerville Living Wage compliance - City advertising approval for rink events - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the City provides the Zamboni for ice maintenance. - Contract term is one year, with two optional one-year renewals.

Description

This solicitation is for the operation and management of the Founders Memorial Ice Skating Rink in Somerville, Massachusetts. The contract involves daily operations, maintenance, staffing, and revenue sharing. Prospective bidders may need ice rink management experience, CORI background checks, and insurance coverage. The contract term is from November 1, 2026, to October 31, 2027, with two additional one-year renewal options. Proposals must be submitted by September 23, 2026, and the anticipated contract award date is September 30, 2026.

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