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City Of Santa Clara

Recreational Programming Services

Due
Mar 10, 2027
Budget
$13,000,000
Estimate
Contract
60 months
Location
  • Santa Clara, California, United States
Posted
Mar 11, 2026

SUMMARY


Santa Clara seeks a vendor to deliver recreational programming at city facilities for a five-year contract term. Vendor will manage scheduling, reporting, and program delivery at various skill levels.
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DESCRIPTION


The City of Santa Clara is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive recreational programming services at various city community centers, parks, and facilities. The selected provider will be responsible for conducting programs across beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels to serve the diverse needs of the community.

Key responsibilities include preparing and submitting timely reports, schedules, and lesson plans, as well as developing a pricing model for approval by the city. The vendor may also be required to deliver certain programming at their own facility in addition to city locations. The anticipated contract duration is five years, with all vendor questions due by March 9, 2027.

Vendors are expected to offer well-structured programming, demonstrate an ability to report and coordinate efficiently with municipal staff, and propose competitive, transparent pricing.

KEY REQUIREMENTS


  • Provide year-round recreational programming services at City community centers, parks, and facilities.
  • Develop and deliver diverse recreational programs for participants ranging from infants to adults, at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.
  • Prepare and submit reports, schedules, and lesson plans in a timely fashion.
  • Develop and submit a pricing model for offered programming.
  • Assist the City in marketing offered programs.
  • Conduct all programming in a safe and professional manner.
  • Develop a schedule of recreational programs divided into three 8-week sessions (Winter, Spring/Summer, Fall), planned six months in advance.
  • Offer programming between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and work closely with City recreation staff on scheduling.
  • Provide qualified staff/instructors who are at least 18 years old, CPR/First Aid certified (where applicable), have completed and cleared a fingerprint check by the Department of Justice, and meet City's child protection and supervision standards.
  • Demonstrate ability to deliver appealing, cost-effective programs that align with City goals and ensure positive revenue generation.
  • Demonstrate excellent customer service, utilize feedback, and provide accommodations for customers with special needs.
  • Demonstrate experience in producing clear, well-organized documents including schedules, attendance reports, and lesson plans.
  • Submit a cover letter signed by an authorized representative.
  • Provide a company profile including mailing address, years in business, total current number of employees, previous names, affiliations, anticipated ownership changes, history, mission, structure, capacity, resources, pending/current litigation, and terminated contracts.
  • Provide a detailed narrative demonstrating expertise, capacity, experience, and approach to performing the services.
  • Include professional and education backgrounds, and résumés for all key staff.
  • Provide detailed discussions on three similar projects, including services provided, customer information, project duration and cost, key goals achieved, key personnel, and customer contact information.
  • Discuss the project approach, including program development, age groups, special needs, sample programs, use of trends and data, marketing efforts, and programming at the proposer's facility.
  • Provide a sample price list for all programming categories, including registration and any other course or supply fees.
  • Discuss the level of involvement or assistance required from City staff.
  • Provide the proposed revenue split with the City using Attachment B, and include any other potential program-related or equipment fees.
  • Submit Attachment B (Revenue Split Proposal), Attachment C (Relevant Project Summary Form), Attachment D (Proposer Certification Form), and Attachment G (Exemplar Agreement) noting any exceptions.
  • Obtain and maintain all insurance requirements outlined in Attachment F.
  • Provide the Certificate of Insurance to the City within 10 days of the notice of award.

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TIMELINE


RFP Release Date: March 10th, 2026

Deadline for Questions and Objections: Accepted on a rolling basis.

Proposal Due Date and Time: Accepted on a rolling basis.

Issuing Agency


City Of Santa Clara

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Frequently asked questions


When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due March 10, 2027.
What is the budget for this RFP?
Settle estimates the budget at $13,000,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by City Of Santa Clara. The work is located in Santa Clara, California, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
  • Experienced community recreation service providers
  • Proven track record delivering multifaceted programming for cities or municipalities
  • Ability to manage multi-site operations and administrative reporting
  • Understanding of public sector contracting and pricing models
  • Experience with beginner to advanced recreational instruction

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