Non-Motorized Human-Powered Boat Rentals

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is seeking private vendors to operate on-site rental services of non-motorized, human-powered paddlecraft at several state parks. The selected vendor will be responsible for providing rental services to the visiting public. The rental services should include canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards. • The vendor will be required to operate at multiple state parks, including Burr Pond State Park, Hopeville Pond State Park, Indian Well State Park, Lake Waramaug State Park, Mount Tom State Park, Pattaconk Lake/Reservoir Recreation Area, and Squantz Pond State Park. • The vendor should have experience in providing rental services for non-motorized, human-powered paddlecraft. • The vendor will be responsible for maintaining the paddlecraft and ensuring they are in good working condition. • The vendor will be required to provide customer service and support to the visiting public. • The vendor should have a plan in place for emergency situations and be able to respond quickly and effectively.