Title
Aquatic Lifeguard and Swim Instructor Certification Program - EXC 20-038 (Ordinance S-46454)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract with Starfish Aquatics Institute, to provide certification programs for the Parks and Recreation Department's aquatic section. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The aggregate contract value will not exceed $250,000.
Report
Summary
Under this contract, Starfish Aquatics Institute will provide curriculum and training related to the swimming lesson program, lifeguard certification services and pool operator training services. These services will be provided to over 500 aquatic staff members at 29 City swimming pool facilities. This contract will ensure that the department can enhance and support quality aquatic programs and services for City residents.
Procurement Information
In addition to public posting, 71 registered vendors received notification of Request for Information (RFI) 20-044. Starfish Aquatics Institute was the only vendor to respond. In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, normal competition was waived by an approved determination memo based on limited vendor interest.
Contract Term
The term of the contract is five years, which will begin on or about April 1, 2020.
Financial Impact
The aggregate contract value will not exceed $250,000 over the life of the contract, with an annual estimated expenditure of $50,000. Funds are available in the Parks and Recreation Department's budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the Parks and Recreation and Finance departments.