Recreational Services and Placemaking in Madison Parks

The City of Madison Parks Division is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide recreational and placemaking services in Madison parks. The services may include instructional programs, concession operations, and other innovative community, recreation, and park placemaking concepts. The goal is to activate parks with welcoming and positive programming, advance equity, inclusion, and community connection, and establish a sustainable and accountable partnership process. The proposal should include information about the organization's background, proposed recreation activities, equity, access, and community reach, and accountability, measurement, and reporting. Key aspects of the job include: • Providing recreational and placemaking services that attract positive activities in parks • Enhancing the park visitor experience • Aligning with the City's commitment to equity, inclusion, innovation, and well-being • Serving underrepresented or underserved populations • Improving access for people with disabilities • Offering affordable or free participation • Bringing people together across the community • Providing a clear framework for evaluating, approving, and measuring long-term recreational and placemaking programming