Aquatic Facilities Staffing Services / DPWP

This contract provides comprehensive staffing and operational support for the City of Worcester’s municipal aquatic facilities—including one pool and four beaches—through December 31 2026. The contractor must supply certified lifeguards, gate‑keepers, supervisors, maintenance staff, and swim‑lesson instructors, maintain all required safety equipment, submit weekly work schedules, and be on‑call 24/7 for emergencies. The award was made to the YMCA of Central Massachusetts as the most advantageous proposal after a full and open competition. • Staffing requirements: 8‑13 lifeguards at the pool, 3‑5 at each beach, plus gate‑keepers (2 at Crompton Water Park, 1 at each beach) and supervisory personnel. • Operational duties: daily inspections, water‑chemistry testing, cleaning, equipment upkeep, and preparation of certification binders and logs. • Contract terms: performance bond equal to contract amount, required insurance (minimum $1 M liability, $2 M property, $2 M auto), 5 % retainage, and $500/day fines for safety non‑compliance. • Financials: no ceiling disclosed; a $10,000 annual swim‑lesson reimbursement is separate from the base price.