Lease of Waterplace Park Gondola and Dock Consessions Five Year Contract with Two, Five-Year Extensions

The City of Providence, Rhode Island, is soliciting bids for a five-year contract with two possible five-year extensions to lease the Waterplace Park Gondola and Dock Concessions. The bid package must include several required forms and documents, such as a bidder's blank, certification of bidder, certificate regarding public records, and an affidavit of city vendor. Key instructions and requirements include: 1. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes with the company name and address on the envelope. 2. Bidders must submit two copies of their bid. 3. The bid package must include all required forms and documents, which can be found in the bid package or on the City of Providence's website. 4. Bidders must direct questions to the appropriate department or contact person, such as the Purchasing Department or the MBE/WBE Outreach Director. 5. The deadline for submitting questions is December 5, 2025. 6. Bids must be submitted by 2:15 P.M. on December 15, 2025, to the Department of the City Clerk. The City of Providence reserves the right to reject any and all bids and will make the award to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. The successful bidder will be required to provide a certificate of insurance and may be required to post a performance and payment bond. Some key terms of the bid include: 1. Financial assurances may be required to be a successful bidder. 2. Awards will be made within 90 days of bid opening. 3. Bid prices will be considered firm unless qualified otherwise. 4. Failure to deliver within the time quoted or failure to meet specifications may result in default. 5. The successful bidder must comply with the provisions of the Rhode Island Worker's Compensation Act and submit a certificate of insurance. Overall, the City of Providence is seeking a qualified and responsible bidder to lease the Waterplace Park Gondola and Dock Concessions for a period of five years with two possible five-year extensions. Bidders must carefully review the bid package and requirements to ensure that their bid is complete and compliant with all instructions and regulations.