Lake and Waterway Management Services

The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a qualified contractor to provide comprehensive lake and waterway management services across multiple city parks. The five‑year contract (commencing February 1 2027) covers routine maintenance, chemical testing and application, equipment inspection, fish stocking, invasive‑species control, and emergency response. Services are required on an as‑needed basis at nine named park locations, with bi‑weekly testing, bi‑annual metal analysis, and periodic fish stocking under Arizona Game and Fish Department guidelines. The contractor must hold all required state pesticide and environmental permits, maintain extensive insurance coverage, and coordinate all work with designated park representatives. • Contract term: 5 years, start Feb 1 2027, no extensions • Scope: maintenance, chemical applications, water quality testing, fish stocking, invasive‑plant control, emergency treatments • Locations: 9 city parks (e.g., Desert West, Cortez, Cesar Chavez, etc.) • Required certifications: AZ pesticide applicator, ADEQ pesticide permit, fish‑stocking permits • Insurance: $4 M general liability, $1 M auto, workers’ comp, etc. • Submission: electronic via OpenGov portal; questions due Nov 2 2026; bid due Nov 13 2026 2 PM • Evaluation: lowest responsive and responsible bid, technical capability, safety record, manpower/equipment availability.