Special Interest Classes, Sports Camps, and Clinics 2027

The City of Surprise, Arizona, is seeking Statements of Qualifications to establish multiple contracts for the provision of special interest classes, sports camps, and clinics for its Parks and Recreation Department. These programs are designed for all ages and are organized into three seasonal cycles: Fall (September to December), Winter/Spring (January to April), and Summer. Selected contractors will be responsible for the overall development and operation of their programs with minimal city supervision, including the creation of course descriptions, determining minimum enrollment, and establishing fees, dates, and times in coordination with the city. Contractors are evaluated using a points-based scoring system across five equally weighted criteria: course description, availability, site location, course size, and course demand. The city may further refine its selection through an interview process for a short list of high-scoring offerors. The anticipated contract award date is December 4, 2026, with payment terms set at Net 30. Submissions must be made via the OpenGov e-Procurement Portal by November 30, 2026, and must include a signed offer form, cover letter, and a Statement of Qualifications limited to fifteen pages. Compliance requirements include providing a City of Surprise business license, a certificate of insurability, and an affidavit of non-collusion. Offerors must also certify they are not currently debarred by any governmental entity and comply with specific Arizona Revised Statutes, including A.R.S. § 35-393.01 regarding boycotts of Israel and A.R.S. § 35-394. All services must adhere to the highest professional standards and comply with OSHA, the National Electric Code, and National Fire Protection Association standards.