Pool Snack Stand Vendor Wanted

The Borough of Hatboro is accepting requests for proposals for the leasing/operation of the Memorial Pool Snack Stand.

The Borough of Hatboro will receive sealed proposals from qualified firms and individuals for the stated project until 11:00 A.M. on Friday, February 21, 2020.

Sealed Proposals should be submitted to:
Borough Manager
Borough of Hatboro
414 South York Road
Hatboro, Pennsylvania 19040

Proposals can also be submitted via email to Borough Manager Diane Hegele at dhegele@myhatboro.org

The Borough of Hatboro retains the right to reject any and all proposals.

SECTION 1 – INVITATION TO CONSULTANTS
The Borough of Hatboro, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania seeks proposals from qualified firms and individuals relative to the leasing of the Food and Refreshment Concession at the Hatboro Municipal Swimming Pool, located at 330 W. Moreland Avenue, Hatboro, PA 19040 for a one year period.

SECTION 11 – BACKGROUND INFORMATION & SITE DESCRIPTION
The Hatboro Municipal Swimming Pool, here in referred to as “Hatboro Pool” is owned and operated by the Borough of Hatboro.
SITE DESCRIPTION: The existing concession stand includes refrigerator, microwave, freezer, hot dog machine, and stainless steel food preparation table.

SECTION III – PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Borough of Hatboro is seeking proposals with a specific monthly lease for the period May 23, 2020 through September 7, 2020. Lessee would be responsible for all operating expenses including rent, paid to the Borough of Hatboro, food, supplies, permits, licenses, insurances and labor. Utilities (electric, water and sewer) are provided by the Borough of Hatboro. Lease will cover existing concession stand “as is.” It is required that the Lessee adheres to any and all existing laws and regulations relating to food handling and sanitation. Lessee must have all appropriate child abuse clearances and criminal record checks.

The concession stand should be opened beginning Saturdays and Sundays beginning May 23, 2020 and on Memorial Day, May 25, 2020 from 12 noon to 8 PM. The concession stand shall be open daily beginning on June 17, 2020 through September 7, 2020. The concession stand shall be open from 12 PM to 8 PM June 17 through June 30, 2020, open 12 PM to 9 PM July 1 through July 31, 2020, and 12 PM to 8 PM August 1 through September 7, 2020. The concession stand is open when the pool is open. In the event the pool should close due to inclement weather, the concession stand will be closed. The lessee shall enter into a contract with the Borough of Hatboro concerning the leasing of said concession stand.

SECTION IV – BASIS FOR SELECTION/SELECTION CRITERIA
A committee comprised of Borough staff and delegates representing the Borough of Hatboro will review all proposals.
Criteria to be used in reviewing proposals will include, but not be limited to, the following:
a. Completeness of proposal
b. Demonstrated experience with projects of similar size and scope
c. Proposed lease rate for 2020 season

Sealed proposals shall be received by 11:00 AM on Friday, February 21, 2020 and will be publicly opened on, Friday, February 21, 2020 at 11:00 AM. One firm will be selected and recommended to Borough Council at their stated meeting scheduled for Monday, February 24, 2020 beginning at 7:00 PM. The approved firm will be notified by telephone on February 25, 2020 with a written authorization to proceed after a contract between the Borough of Hatboro and the successful bidder is executed. Firms not selected will be notified after February 25, 2020.

SECTION V – PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING
If needed a meeting will be scheduled at the Hatboro Pool for the purpose of addressing any questions interested parties may have regarding the project or this RFP.