Equine Management & Training / WPD

This RFP contracts the City of Worcester to provide full‑time equine management and training services for the Worcester Police Department’s Mounted Unit. The awardee will manage a seven‑stall barn, care for 4‑6 horses, train police riders, maintain equipment, and be on‑call 24/7 for a one‑year period, with two possible one‑year extensions. The work requires a Massachusetts Licensed Equine Instructor, clearance through a CORI background check, and compliance with extensive liability and insurance requirements. Compensation is an hourly rate; the winning bidder was paid $37.50 per hour. • Barn management (nutrition, cleaning, safety) for a 7‑stall facility. • Training of police riders and patrol horses, including sensory training. • 24‑hour on‑call availability, documentation, and equipment maintenance. • Mandatory insurance (minimum $1 M liability, $2 M property) and performance bond.