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PVD25-166 - Lease of Waterplace Park Gondola and Dock Concessions Five Year Contract

Closes 12/29/2025$1M – $2.5MRequest for ProposalLogin required
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The City of Providence Board of Park Commissioners is seeking proposals from qualified entities to operate a gondola and dock concession at Waterplace Park. The selected proposer will lease two docks and operate gondola rides, pontoon boat services, and other water-based recreational offerings while promoting public access and enjoyment of the park. • The contract duration is 5 years with two additional 5-year extension options. • The concessionaire will be responsible for operating gondola rides and other water-based recreational activities. • The concessionaire will promote public access and enjoyment of the park. • Bidders must submit 2 copies of their bid in sealed envelopes or packages labeled with the solicitation title and the City Department.

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Key dates

Opened
11/19/2025
Questions due
12/5/2025
Closes
12/29/2025
Duration
5 years

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Hospitality and Tourism
NAICS
713930
Solicitation №
PVD25-166

Budget estimate

$1,000,000 – $2,500,000

The budget for this contract is not explicitly stated in the document. However, considering the 5-year contract duration and the scope of work, which includes operating gondola rides and other water-based recreational activities, a reasonable estimate for the annual budget could be in the range of $200,000 to $500,000. This estimate is based on the assumption that the concessionaire will generate revenue from gondola rides, boat services, and other recreational activities, and that the city will receive a portion of the revenue as part of the contract. Factors that may influence the likely payment range include the number of visitors to the park, the pricing of the recreational activities, and the operating costs of the concessionaire.

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