What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe City of Brookhaven is soliciting proposals for lifeguard management services for its three public outdoor swimming pools. Services include staffing, water maintenance, and supervision of the aquatics program. Proposals must be submitted online through the Bonfire Portal by Friday, December 4th, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. EST. Questions regarding the solicitation are due no later than Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EST and must be submitted via the Bonfire portal.
Scope of work
- Provide lifeguard supervision for public swimming, swim lessons, swim team practices and meets, and private parties
- Perform daily bathroom checks, daily cleaning of bathhouses and lifeguard offices, and hosing of pool decks
- Vacuum pools at least every other day and brush pools on remaining days
- Clean pool stainless steel and windows weekly
- Supply approved cleaning chemicals and liquids at contractor expense
- Provide OSHA-compliant first aid supplies for each facility
- Conduct weekly unannounced supervisory visits to each pool and document visits
- Hold regular in-service training for lifeguards at assigned pool locations
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications and Experience of the Consultant Firm(s) | 30 points |
| Qualifications and Experience of Key Staff | 25 points |
| Understanding of the Project/Scope of Work | 20 points |
| Cost | 25 points |
Minimum qualifications
- Lifeguards must have current nationally recognized Lifeguard Training certification, CPR for the professional rescuer, and first aid certification
- Must maintain a drug-free workplace pursuant to the Georgia Drug-free Workplace Act
- Valid driver license required for all employees driving vehicles
- Designation of an experienced Project Manager
- Submission of at least three references from projects managed by key personnel assigned to this project
Documents to include with your response
- Cover/Transmittal Letter
- Executive Summary Letter
- Proposal Letter (Page 2 of RFP signed)
- Cost Proposal
- Exhibit A Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Affidavit
- Exhibit B Bond Documents (Payment Bond, Performance Bond, Maintenance Bond)
- Exhibit C Drug-Free Workplace
- Exhibit D Purchasing Policy Addendum
- Exhibit E Affidavit Verifying Status for Public Benefit Application
- Exhibit F Non-Collusion Affidavit
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via the Bonfire Portal
- Instructions
- Bids must be submitted online through the Bonfire Portal at https://brookhavenga.bonfirehub.com/projects/260711/details. Bids submitted via email, paper, fax, or mail will not be accepted.
