RFP Description:

Through this request for proposals (“RFP”), the Trust seeks to solicit proposals from experienced marine operators to manage four public boathouses and public boat launches at Piers 26, 66, 84, and 96 (Premises A, Premises B, Premises C and Premises D individually, or collectively, the “Premises”) in the Hudson River Park to promote on-water access to the public through free, low-cost and/or market rate opportunities. The Trust aims to attract and accommodate a wide variety of boating organizations and non-motorized boat types within the Hudson River Park, including but not limited to, sailboats (at Premises B only), kayaks, canoes, outrigger canoes, and row boats. The selected respondent(s) (“Permittee(s)”) will manage and assume responsibility for the operation of each of the Premises including the permitted uses in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this RFP and the permit(s) to be subsequently issued by the Trust (“Permit(s)”). In addition to operating a public boathouse, the selected Permittees will be expected to maintain and protect Park property, oversee public boat launches, and provide a public benefit to the community.

Optional Pre-Proposal Meeting/ Site Visits: October 25, 2022, at 11:30 AM at Pier 26 boathouse, October 26, 2022, at 11:30am at Pier 66 boathouse and October 27, 2022, at 11:30am meet at Pier 84 boathouse and proceed to Pier 96 boathouse. Please email HRPKBoathouseRFP@hrpt.ny.gov to RSVP specifying the location of the boathouse(s) you plan to visit by October 24, 2022.