The City of Phoenix is seeking a qualified non‑profit to operate and manage the Central Park Community Center, delivering a full suite of recreational, educational, and cultural programs for residents. The contractor will assume responsibility for all program delivery, utilities, janitorial services, staffing, and compliance with city policies. The base contract term is three (3) years beginning December 1 2026, with one two‑year renewal option and a five‑year option, for a maximum possible term of ten years. Applicants must have at least three years of experience operating similar community‑center services, carry required insurance (minimum $4 M general liability, $1 M auto, $1 M workers’ comp), and submit a sealed electronic offer by September 25 2026.
• Operate Central Park Community Center (920 S 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ)
• Provide recreational, educational, and cultural programs with a youth component
• Cover 100 % of utility and janitorial costs
• Manage staff, safety, and compliance with City policies
• Minimum three‑year operating history; must be a non‑profit entity
• Insurance requirements: $4 M GL, $1 M auto, $1 M workers’ comp, etc.
• Base term 3 years, optional extensions up to 10 years total
• Offer deadline: September 25 2026 2:00 pm (electronic submission)
• Pre‑bid conference and site visit on September 4 2026 (non‑mandatory)