Stand Up Paddleboarding, Kayaking Lessons and Equipment Rentals at the Blackie Spit

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

SCOPE OF SERVICES

The City of Surrey (the “City”) is inviting interested and qualified Proponents experienced in successful operation and administration of a Stand Up Paddleboard and Kayak Operations (the “Services”) at Blackie Spit, located at 3136 McBride Ave, Surrey, BC. It is anticipated that the Services will be operated on a seasonal basis.

The activity of stand up paddleboarding has a Polynesian origin and has enjoyed growing popularity amongst local outdoor recreation enthusiasts. The City would like to continue facilitating the development of this activity and provide additional opportunities for members of the public to participate, experience and enjoy this form of recreation.

The submissions shall include but are not limited to the conceptual design for a seasonal Stand Up Paddleboard and Kayak Operation, including seasonal duration, hours of operation, scope of services offered, fees, experience and qualifications, and compliance to all laws and regulations.

PROJECT OBJECTIVES/DESIRED OUTCOMES

The Proponents should meet and submit compliance with the following agencies:

(a) Paddle Canada (e.g. operator and instructor qualifications and certifications, student to instructor ratio guidelines);
(b) Canada Coast Guard, City of Surrey Fire Rescue and City of Surrey Parks Division (e.g. approval of a Water Safety Plan); and
(c) City of Surrey (e.g. risk management and insurance requirements, applicable licenses and permits, etc.).

The Proponent should provide the following preferred Services:

(a) Equipment rental;
(b) All labour, materials, equipment and supplies; and
(c) Ability to obtain all necessary permits, licenses and credentials for compliance to the described services and operation on such site.

ADDENDA

If the City determines that an amendment is required to this RFP, the City Representative will issue a written addendum by posting it on the BC Bid Website at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca and the City Website at www.surrey.ca (collectively, the “Websites”), and upon posting, any addenda will form part of this RFP. It is the responsibility of Proponents to check the Websites for addenda. The only way this RFP may be added to, or amended in any way, is by a formal written addendum. No other communication, whether written or oral, from any person will affect or modify the terms of this RFP or may be relied upon by any Proponent. By delivery of a Proposal the Proponent is deemed to have received, accepted and understood the entire RFP, including any and all addenda.

All inquiries related to this RFP should be directed in writing to purchasing@surrey.ca