Youth Sports Programs Provider

The City of Spokane’s Parks & Recreation Department issued an Informal Request for Proposals (IRFP 6269‑24) to secure a provider for youth sports programs. The contract calls for up to 500 programs per year across a range of sports (basketball, soccer, softball, flag football, track & field, volleyball, cheerleading, etc.) for children from 1.5 years to high‑school age, delivered at city parks. The awardee, Skyhawks Sports Academy, will operate the programs under a revenue‑share model (minimum 80 % to the firm, 20 % to the City) for a three‑year term with an optional two‑year renewal. The scope includes program design, staffing of certified coaches, safety protocols, online registration, marketing, and community engagement. • Minimum 10 years experience in youth sports programming required. • All staff must be paid employees with background checks and certifications. • Vendor must maintain required insurance (workers’ comp, general liability, auto, professional liability). • Proposals were submitted electronically via ProcureWare; award announced 19 June 2025.