2026-113-RFP Aquatics Program & Instruction Services for Senior Adults Three Year Multiyear Contract

DeKalb County Government in Georgia is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 2026-113-RFP for a qualified contractor to develop, manage, and deliver aquatic programming and instruction services for senior adults at the Lou Walker Senior Center. This three-year multiyear contract requires the contractor to design and implement structured aquatic exercise classes tailored to varying physical abilities, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. Key responsibilities include class development, instruction, participant assessment, safety oversight, administrative coordination, and the electronic submission of utilization reports via the county's designated portal. The contractor must adhere to strict safety and quality standards, including compliance with ANSI/NSPI-1 American National Standard for Public Swimming Pools and American Red Cross Guidelines for lifeguard staffing. Specific water quality requirements mandate a pH level between 7.2 and 7.8 and a free-chlorine residual between 1.5ppm and 10ppm. Additionally, each pool must maintain an OSHA-compliant first aid kit capable of treating at least 15 people. Payments are processed monthly upon the submission of an approved itemized bill. Comprehensive insurance coverage is required from insurers with an A.M. Best rating of A or better. Mandatory coverages include statutory Workers Compensation with employer liability limits of 1,000,000 dollars, as well as 1,000,000 dollar limits for professional liability, commercial general liability, and comprehensive automobile liability. The contract term begins on January 1st following the commencement date, with budgetary obligations tracked through December 31, 2027.