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Resolution: 01-22
File Number: 2021-0969
OZARK TENNIS ACADEMY, LLC (OTA):
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE. ARKANSAS AND OZARK TENNIS ACADEMY. LLC TO PROVIDE
TENNIS PROGRAMS FOR FAYETTEVILLE RESIDENTS IN 2022. WITH AUTOMATIC
RENEWALS FOR UP TO FOUR ADDITIONAL ONE YEAR TERMS AT A TOTAL
ESTIMATED COST OF $61,000.00
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE,
ARKANSAS:
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville. Arkansas hereby authorizes an agreement
between the City of Fayetteville. Arkansas and Ozark Tennis Academy, LLC, Inc. to provide tennis
programs for Fayetteville residents in 2022, with automatic renewals for up to four additional one year
terms at a total estimated cost of $61,000.00 to be paid entirely through participant registration fees.
PASSED and APPROVED on 1/4/2022
Attest:
Kara Paxton, City
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City of Fayetteville, Arkansas 113 West Mountain Street
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File Number: 2021-0969
Agenda Date: 1/4/2022 Version: 1 Status: Passed
In Control: City Council Meetinq File Type: Resolution
Agenda Number: A.2
OZARK TENNIS ACADEMY, LLC (OTA):
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE,
ARKANSAS AND OZARK TENNIS ACADEMY, LLC TO PROVIDE TENNIS PROGRAMS FOR
FAYETTEVILLE RESIDENTS IN 2022, WITH AUTOMATIC RENEWALS FOR UP TO FOUR
ADDITIONAL ONE YEAR TERMS AT A TOTAL ESTIMATED COST OF $61,000.00
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby authorizes an agreement between
the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas and Ozark Tennis Academy, LLC, Inc. to provide tennis programs for
Fayetteville residents in 2022, with automatic renewals for up to four additional one year terms at a total
estimated cost of $61,000.00 to be paid entirely through participant registration fees.
City of Fayetteville, Arkansas Page 1 Printed on 11512022
Lee Farmer
Submitted By
City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form
2021-0969
Legistar File ID
01/04/2022
City Council Meeting Date - Agenda Item Only
N/A for Non -Agenda Item
12/13/2021 PARKS & RECREATION (520)
Submitted Date Division / Department
Action Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of an agreement with Ozark Tennis Academy, LLC (OTA) to administer tennis programs
in 2022. This funding is included in the Parks and Recreation General Fund Budget that was approved by City
Council on December 7, 2021.
Budget Impact:
1010.520.5220-5315.00
General
Account Number Fund
N/A N/A
Project Number
Budgeted Item? Yes
Does item have a cost? Yes
Budget Adjustment Attached? No
Current Budget
Funds Obligated
Current Balance
Item Cost
Budget Adjustment
Remaining Budget
Project Title
$ 61,000.00
$ 61,000.00
$ 61,000.00
V20210527
Purchase Order Number: Previous Ordinance or Resolution #
Change Order Number:
Original Contract Number:
Comments:
Approval Date:
CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE
ARKANSAS
MEETING OF JANUARY 4, 2022
TO: Mayor and City Council
CITY COUNCIL MEMO
THRU: Susan Norton, Chief of Staff
Alison Jumper, Parks, Natural Resources and Cultural Affairs Director
FROM: Lee Farmer, Recreation Superintendent
DATE: December 13, 2021
SUBJECT: RFP 21-08: Tennis Program Services
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of an agreement with Ozark Tennis Academy, LLC (OTA) to administer
tennis programs in 2022.
BACKGROUND:
Parks and Recreation worked with Purchasing on RFP 21-08 for the selection of a tennis instruction
provider, and RFP 21-08 was sent to known tennis instruction providers in the area and publicly
advertised on September 26, 2021. The selection criteria were based on qualifications, experience,
proposed work method, past performance, and proposed fees for services. OTA was selected as the
tennis instruction provider for Parks and Recreation tennis programs on November 29, 2021 by the RFP
selection committee.
DISCUSSION:
Parks and Recreation will offer youth classes, group lessons, private lessons and camps in
2022. Youth Classes will be offered seasonally in ten -week sessions on weekday evenings.
OTA will also offer group and private lessons to players of all ages and skill levels. These
lessons will be scheduled through Parks and Recreation facility reservation platform. OTA will
also facilitate Tennis Camp as part of Parks and Recreation's Be Active Summer Camp
Program. Parks and Recreation will register all the participants through registration software, and OTA will
receive monthly payments equaling 85% of program registration for the tennis instruction.
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
The expense for these tennis instruction programs will be completely recouped with registration fees and
instruction service fees will be funded through the Parks and Recreation General Fund Budget.
Attachments:
Staff Review Form
RFP 21-08, Submittal — Ozark Tennis Academy
RFP 21-08, Vote Tally
Tennis Program Services Agreement
Mailing Address:
113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov
Fayetteville, AR 72701
FAYETTEVILLE
ARKANSAS
City of Fayetteville, Arkansas
Purchasing Division — Room 306
113 W. Mountain
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Phone: 479.575.8220
TDD (Telecommunication Device for the Deaf): 479.521.1316
Request for Proposal: RFP 21-08, Tennis Program Services
DEADLINE: Tuesday, November 16, 2021 before 2:00 PM, local time
Pre -Proposal Conference: Thursday, October 28, 2021 at 2:00 PM, local time
PURCHASING MANAGER: JONATHAN SMITH, jonsmith a@fayetteville-ar.gov
DATE OF ISSUE AND ADVERTISEMENT: Sunday, 1011772021
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
RFP 21-08, Tennis Program Services
No late proposals shall be accepted RFP's shall be submitted in sealed envelopes labeled with the project number and
name as well as the name and address of the firm.
All proposals shall be submitted in accordance with the attached City of Fayetteville specifications and bid documents
attached hereto. Each Proposer is required to fill in every blank and shall supply all information requested; failure to do
so may be used as basis of rejection. Any bid, proposal, or statements of qualification will be rejected that violates or
conflicts with state, local, or federal laws, ordinances, or policies.
The undersigned hereby offers to furnish & deliver the articles or services as specified, at the prices & terms stated
herein, and in strict accordance with the specifications and general conditions of submitting, all of which are made a part
of this offer. This offer is not subject to withdrawal unless upon mutual written agreement by the Proposer/Bidder and
City Purchasing Official.
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City of Fayetteville
RFP 21-08, Tennis Program Services
SECTION C: Signature Submittal
1. DISCLOSURE INFORMATION
Proposer must disclose any possible conflict of interest with the City of Fayetteville, including, but not limited
to, any relationship with any City of Fayetteville employee. Proposer response must disclose if a known
relationship exists between any principal or employee of your firm and any City of Fayetteville employee or
elected City of Fayetteville official.
If, to your knowledge, no relationship exists, this should also be stated in your response. Failure to disclose
such a relationship may result in cancellation of a purchase and/or contract as a result of your response. This
form must be completed and returned in order for your bid/proposal to be eligible for consideration.
PLEASE CHECK ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TWO OPTIONS, AS IT APPROPRIATELY APPLIES TO YOUR FIRM:
1) NO KNOWN RELATIONSHIP EXISTS
2) RELATIONSHIP EXISTS (Please explain):
I certify that; as an officer of this organization, or per the attached letter of authorization, am duly authorized
to certify the information provided herein are accurate and true; and my organization shall comply with all
State and Federal Equal Opportunity and Non -Discrimination requirements and conditions of employment.
Pursuant Arkansas Code Annotated §25-1-503, the Contractor agrees and certifies that they do not currently
boycott Israel and will not boycott Israel during any time in which they are entering into, or while in contract,
with any public entity as defined in §25-1-503. If at any time during contract the contractor decides to
boycott Israel, the contractor must notify the contracted public entity in writing.
2. PRIMARY CONTACT INFORMATION
At the discretion of the City, one or more firms may be asked for more detailed information before final ranking
of the firms, which may also include oral interviews. NOTE: Each Proposer shall submit to the City a primary
contact name, e-mail address, and phone number (preferably a cell phone number) where the City selection
committee can call for clarification or interview via telephone.
City of Fayetteville, AR
RFP 21-08, Tennis Program Services
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3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF ADDENDA
Acknowledge receipt of addenda for this invitation to bid, request for proposal, or request for qualification by
signing and dating below. All addendums are hereby made a part of the bid or RFP documents to the same
extent as though it were originally included therein. Proposers/Bidders should indicate their receipt of same
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S. DEBARMENT CERTIFICATION:
As an interested party on this project, you are required to provide debarment/suspension certification
indicating in compliance with the below Federal Executive Order. Certification can be done by completing and
signing this form.
Federal Executive Order (E.O.) 12549 "Debarment and Suspension" requires that all contractors receiving
individual awards, using federal funds, and all sub -recipients certify that the organization and its principals are
not debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded by any Federal
department or agency from doing business with the Federal Government.
Signature certifies that neither you nor your principal is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for
debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any federal
department or agency.
Questions regarding this form should be directed to the City of Fayetteville Purchasing Division.
NAME OF COMPANY:
PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
City of Fayetteville, AR
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OZARK TENNIS ACADEMY
CITY OF
FAYETTEVI LLE
TENNIS COMPLEX
PROPOSAL
CONTENTS
About Ozark Tennis Academy
OTA Team for City of Fayetteville Tennis Complex
Proposed Programming
Court Usage
Split for Program
Why Ozark Tennis Academy?
Parting Shot
OTA Staff Bios
Resumes:
- Matias De Genaro
- Beau Basham
City of Fayetteville Tennis Complex Proposal
from
Ozark Tennis Academy
About Ozark Tennis Academy
Ozark Tennis Academy was founded in January 2006 by Christy and Jared Ward, USPTA Elite
teaching professionals. In 2021, OTA was acquired by Carmen De Genaro, Matias De Genaro
and Beau Basham. For the first half of its existence, it was exclusively junior -based, becoming
one of the powerhouse programs in the state of Arkansas. Over 50 of their students have been
ranked in the top 10 in the state, while more than 20 have cracked the top 100 in the Southern
Section. They have also coached over 30 individual state champions, and currently have 3
Nationally ranked.
In 2011, OTA was chosen to direct the Bentonville Parks and Recreation program out of the
newly built Memorial Park Tennis Complex. This expansion has seen them run adult and
junior programs for every experience level, host USTA tournaments, and manage an over-
growing staff of highly respected coaches, including Matias De Genaro and Beau Basham.
Matias took over as Director and Beau as Head Pro in 2016, continuing to lead OTA and the
City of Bentonville forward with the same focus on community that has been at the heart of
their programs for over a decade.
Ozark Tennis Academy Team for City of Fayetteville Tennis Complex
Carmen De Genaro - Management Executive/Communications Coordinator
Site Director and High Performance Coach - Matias De Genaro
Site Director and Head Coach- Beau Basham
Staff Pros - John Doohan, Matt Tabler, Ben Allison, Rodrigo Martinez and Seth Grady
Ozark Tennis Academy Owners - Carmen and Matias De Genaro, and Beau Basham
Advisors: Juan Pablo Vidour, Christy and Jared Ward
Matias De Genaro joined the OTA family in 2015.
Originally from Argentina, he spent 9 years coaching in
Spain, the last five as the Director of Tennis at Club de
Campo Santa Barbara. He played professionally,
reaching ATP rankings of 845 in singles and 624 in
doubles. Since his playing career ended, he has been a
training partner for 2 players who are currently ranked
in the Top 100 in the world (and another in the Top 135)
and have played in Grand Slam Tournaments.
As a coach certified in both the Spanish system (RPT)
and as a USPTA Elite Professional, he has worked with
a woman who reached WTA rankings of 591 in singles
and 535 in doubles. When he left Spain, Matias was
coaching the #1 ranked U14 boy in the country, the #15
ranked U16 boy, and the #77 ranked U16 boy.
Currently, he is the lead coach for some
players who are top 100 in the Southern
Section:
- Darby Allison - 67 in Girls 14s
- Mercedes Merino - 35 in Girls 12s
- Hayden Shoemake - 29 in Boys 16s
(Currently playing tennis at Citadel
University at South Carolina)
- Brooke Killingsworth - 2 in Girls 16s,
Top 72 in the country (Currently
playing tennis at Wake Forest
University at North Carolina)
This success has helped Ozark Tennis Academy program become recognized as one of the top
junior programs in the South.
Beau Basham is the longest tenured OTA coach on staff, joining as
an assistant in 2013. He was one of the top ranked juniors in
Arkansas growing up and ranked Top 50 in the Southern Section.
He went on to play for the University of Arkansas - Ft. Smith on a
full scholarship. Upon finishing his playing career, he
immediately began to work as a teaching professional. Prior to
joining the OTA family, he was coaching at the Central Arkansas
Junior Tennis Academy, where he not only taught lessons and
drills, but also traveled with junior players all over the South.
He arrived at OTA as an assistant, quickly rose to one of the lead
coaches, before taking on Head Pro duties when Jared and Christy
handed over the reins of the program. Beau has been connected to
the growth of the Bentonville Parks and Recreation program in a
major way, and his continued efforts have provided a link to
OTA's past, while guiding the Bentonville Parks and Recreation
program into an increasingly brighter future.
For a program to experience the type of growth that the Fayetteville Parks and Recreation has
seen, there has to be a high degree of professional expertise. As importantly, however, is a
corresponding level of organization that allows those coaching abilities to shine. With the OTA
team, there is an impressive infrastructure already in place: Matias, Beau and Carmen manage
the staff, schedule, and program direction, while John, and Matt have all had integral
instruction roles. Ben runs the summer camps, Carmen keeps players (and parents) informed,
does the books and - along with Matias and Beau - lends counsel on topics ranging from
program direction to scheduling to staff management.
While Matias and Beau have provided the leadership and structure to allow the program to
flourish, it has truly been a team effort, and every current member of the staff has contributed.
Considering the experience and familiarity that each has with the Parks and Recreation
program, there is simply no other teaching professional (or team of professionals) more
equipped to continue the success at Fayetteville.
OZARK TENNIS ACADEMY
Proposed Programming
Adult Tennis:
- Playing opportunities through leagues, USTA Team Tennis (matches and optional team
practices), USTA tournaments, and open play.
- Training options through group drills and private (or semi -private) lessons.
- Health and fitness with Cardio Tennis.
Beginner/Intermediate Junior Tennis:
- Full spectrum of age division lessons, utilizing the ROGY training methods as
recommended by the United States Tennis Association (USTA).
o 4-5 year olds - Foam or Red ball, 36' court
0 6-8 year olds - Red ball, 36' court
0 9-10 year olds - Orange ball, 60' court
0 11+ year olds -Green or Yellow ball, 72' court
Playing options through USTA Junior Team Tennis and open play.
Fun events such as summer camps, socials, and other special events.
Advanced Junior Tennis:
This covers more advanced tournament (or tournament prep) players from ages 6-18. It
incorporates the same USTA system, but with more vigorous training and playing
schedules.
The bulk of playing opportunities for this level of player requires traveling to various
areas of the state/South.
Still includes fun events such as summer camps, socials, and other special events.
Camps:
- Spring Break Camp
- Summer Camps:
1. June 27-30
2. July 18-21
Pickleball:
- Pickleball is a paddle/racquet sport that combines the elements of badminton, tennis
and ping-pong. The game is easy for beginners to learn.
- Leagues
- Tournaments
- Privates
Court Usage
The basic premise is to work with the existing structure, while continuing to grow the program
to reflect the needs of an evolving Wilson Park community. This is a peak -season schedule; the
winter session - and Sundays throughout the year - will include daily Open/Reserved court
time, Team Tennis (adult and/or junior), and drills/lessons for both Adults and Juniors.
Reserved court time will generally be for USTA Adult Team Tennis.
School year (Late March -May & Late August -October)
Monday -Friday:
7am-3pm - Adult time almost exclusively - leagues, USTA Team Tennis, lessons, drills, Cardio
Tennis, open and reserved play
3-6pm - Junior Time almost exclusively - Beginner through Advanced drills and lessons
6-8:30pm - Blend of programming, to include Open/Reserved court time, Adult leagues, and
drills/lessons for both Adults and Juniors
Saturday:
7am-8:30pm - Blend of programming, to include Open/Reserved court time, Team Tennis
(adult and/or junior), and drills/lessons for both Adults and Juniors
Summer (June -Late August)
Monday -Saturday:
7am-1pm - Blend of programming, to include Open/Reserved court time, Adult Leagues, Team
Tennis (adult and/or junior), and drills/lessons for both Adults and Juniors; and camps.
1pm-5pm - Open play almost exclusively
5-8:30pm - Blend of programming, to include Open/Reserved court time, Adult Leagues, Team
Tennis (adult and/or junior), and drills/lessons for both Adults and Juniors
Sundays (Late March -October)
7am-8:30pm - Blend of programming, to include Open/Reserved court time, Team Tennis
(adult and/or junior), and drills/lessons for both Adults and Juniors
Split for Program
OTA
- 90% of gross profit for all oncourt programming (lessons, drills, and leagues)
- 90% of net profit for tournaments and camps
- Responsible for teaching materials (balls, baskets, teaching aids, etc) and payment for
coaches
- Lessons, drills and leagues can be based off of the charge to the customer, but
tournaments and camps require prizes, awards, food, and additional staff, so they need
to be split after the costs are calculated
Fayetteville Parks and Recreation
- 10% of gross profit for all oncourt programming (lessons, drills, and leagues)
- 10% of net profit for tournaments and camps
Behind the numbers
Here is an important amount to consider:
- $0 - Amount the City of Fayetteville would have to pay for a complete coaching team.
OTA's capacity to teach multiple lessons/drills is very large and limitless. We have always
been able to keep up with demand no matter how large a task or growth of a program.
In addition, the numbers for the Fayetteville Parks and Recreation program have continued to
grow year after year with Ozark Tennis Academy running it. Junior drills, adult drills, summer
camps, and private lessons are just some of the options that we are continuing to offer year after
year.
In the end, with Matias and Beau continuing to oversee operations, and with the staff
responsible for those numbers returning intact, Ozark Tennis Academy is the only team that can
claim to continue the success of the Tennis Complex program and have the empirical data to
support that claim.
Why Ozark Tennis Academy?
First and foremost, we are a team. Carmen De Genaro, Matias De Genaro and Beau Basham
oversee the entire company. Matias is the Director and lead High Performance coach, Beau is
the Director and Head Pro, Ben runs summer camps (and younger juniors year-round), Carmen
is our management executive and communications coordinator while Matt, and John, have all
been with the program for a minimum of 5 years. Recently we added Rodrigo Martinez to our
team. When the program grows - or coaches move on - and more help is needed, Parks and
Recreation will not have a moment of concern, as we will always make sure that we are staffed
with capable and qualified coaches that meet city approval.
We are professional. Our coaches understand that players come to us because we have a good
reputation. We have a good reputation not just because of our level of expertise, but also
because we are on time, dependable, and customer service oriented.
We are knowledgeable. All our permanent staff have at the very least played collegiate tennis.
More importantly - because good players have not always proven to be good coaches - 5 of our
coaches have gone through the USPTA certification. Some programs lean on club level players,
former/current high school players, or even former college players with no coaching credentials
to run their programs, but we have higher expectations for OTA.
We are fun. While we take our jobs seriously and want to do the best we can to help our
players each and every time we step onto the court, we also strive to remember one very
important thing: tennis is a game! We enjoy each other, we enjoy our jobs, and that enthusiasm
spills over, helping create a welcoming, open environment.
Parting Shot
The Mission Statement on our website reads:
At OTA, we are Family. We work hard and manage our time to reach our goals. We have
FUN! We believe in ourselves, our teammates, and the OTA Way. We give ourselves space to
dream. And then we put our dreams into action.
So yes, we are an expert, professional, fun -loving team. But above all we value family. It starts
with our coaches, extends to our players, and ends up creating a community that has meaning.
Building this type of community at the Memorial Park Tennis Complex has been significant to
our program and carries more meaning for us than it would for others. For all of the coaches,
the relationships developed with each other and all of our players is very real and incredibly
important.
For us, Northwest Arkansas is not just a place to work - it's home.
Family. Hard work. Fun. Belief. Dreams. Action. It is the OTA Way.
Ozark Tennis Academy Staff Bios
Originally from Argentina, Matias has spent 9 years coaching in Spain,
the last five at Club de Campo Santa Barbara. He played professionally,
reaching ATP rankings of 845 in singles and 624 in doubles. Since his
playing career ended, he has been a training partner for 2 players who are
currently ranked in the Top 100 in the world (and another in the Top 135),
and have played in Grand Slam Tournaments.
As a coach certified in both the Spanish system (RPT) and as a USPTA
Elite Professional, he has worked with a woman who reached WTA
rankings of 591 in singles and 535 in doubles. When he left Spain, Matias
was coaching the #1 ranked U14 boy in the country, the #15 ranked U16
boy, and the #77 ranked U16 boy.
Beau Basham was one of the top ranked juniors in Arkansas, and
ranked Top 50 in the Southern Section. Like Christy, he was the
recipient of the Hershal Friday Award presented by the Arkansas
Tennis Association to the top junior in the state. He went on to play
for the University of Arkansas - Ft. Smith on a full scholarship.
Upon finishing his playing career, he immediately began a career as
a teaching professional. Beau has taught players of all ages as a
teaching pro at Fort Smith Athletic Club and Fianna Hills Country
Club. He also taught for a summer in Maine at Camp Mataponi, as
well as a summer in New South Wales, Australia under former
Arkansas National Champion Peter Doohan. Prior to joining the
OTA family, he was coaching at the Central Arkansas Junior Tennis
Academy, where he not only taught lessons and drills, but also
traveled with junior players all over the South.
Matt Tabler hails from an entire OTA family!
Older brother Martin and younger sister Mallory
also came through the program, both top -ranked
Arkansas juniors who went on to play college
tennis. Matt was a 3-time state champion at BHS,
winning the 7A doubles title as a sophomore, and
the overall doubles title as a senior. He attended
UA-Ft Smith, where he was named All -Conference
as a freshman. In addition to being an OTA
summer coach, Matt has taught 3 years at the Tiger
Tennis Academy at Ouachita Baptist University.
John Doohan has been playing tennis his whole life after being
trained by his father, Peter Doohan, who is the 1982 NCAA Doubles
National Champion. John was the top ranked 18s junior in both
singles and doubles. In 2011, John was ranked number 1 Arkansas
Men's Open Doubles. John currently holds an NTRP of 5.0.
John has taught junior and adult drills as well as summer camps for
Pinnacle Country Club in Rogers Arkansas and the Nelson Bay
Tennis Center in New South Wales, Australia, before joining the
tennis staff for Bentonville Parks and Recreation. John has also spent
time as an assistant Pro at the Fianna Hills Country Club and the
Fort Smith Country Club teaching private tennis lessons to all ages.
Ben Allison played collegiate tennis at Hardin Simmons
University, Abilene Texas, prior to joining the US Navy in
1994. He has an Undergraduate Degree in Elementary
Education from West Texas A&M University and a Masters
Degree in Education Administration from Wayland Baptist
University. Ben coached for 10 years in Texas and Colorado,
winning multiple Regional and State Tennis Titles at the High
School level (both in Teams and Individuals competition).
REP",-- Seth Grady attended Missouri Baptist University in
the fall of 2017. Started playing as a freshman and
played all 3 years while he was there. During his last
year, he was team captain, and lead his team to semi
finals in their regional conference.
1h. Prior to attending college, Seth trained at Ozark
Tennis Academy under Beau and Matias. He has
been playing tennis for the last 8 years and have a lot
V '' ' .. _ `I of experience and expertise to share.
Rodrigo Martinez was born in Argentina where he
coached, mentored and volunteer in different tennis
academies:
-Anguilla Tennis Academy as a Summer Instructor /
Mentor
Olivos Tennis Club Buenos Aires, Argentina
-Don Torcuato Tennis Don Torcuato, Argentina -
Alejandro Echague
He also coached in Venezuela and Brasil:
-Altamira Tennis Club Caracas, Venezuela - Jorge
Andrews
-Esporte Clube Pinheiros Sao Paolo, Brasil - Armando
Cornejo
Carmen De Genaro is responsible for
the day in, day out operations of Ozark Tennis Academy. Her tasks include communicating
with coaches, coordinating and scheduling lessons, as well as, answering emails/calls about
programming. Carmen also handles all billing, invoicing, and accounting for the business. Her
education is business focused and has helped prepare her to carry out the many roles of her
position. As the general liaison for OTA, Carmen s love of helping people shines through in her
daily interactions with players and parents. She is a "jack of all trades" and is dedicated to
managing OTA with passion and enthusiasm!
Advisors
Juan Pablo Vidour
Academy and Tennis Director JP Vidour was born and raised in Rosario, Argentina. During his
tennis career, he was ranked Top 20th Junior Player in Argentina. He toured South America
and Europe playing ITF futures events. After his tennis travels in Europe, he was awarded a
full tennis scholarship to Shorter University where he served as Captain of the Men s Tennis
team. His highest ranking in college was 15th in the nation, and he was awarded All
American. He received a B.A and MBA degree from Shorter. He is a highly qualified USPTA
certified Level 1 coach and certified in Sports Science. For the last 13 years, JP has developed
top level Jr. Players in Georgia many of which have gone on to play at the college/pro level.
Christy and Jared Ward
Christy and Jared will continue to be involved as consultants.
Matias De Genaro
Certifications 2015 USPTA Elite Certification
2015 RPT Certification (Spain)
Professional 2005-2009 Club de Campo Santa Barbara Valencia, Spain
experience Staff Pro
■ Organized and taught adult clinics.
■ Taught private lessons to all ages.
2000-2015 Escuela de Tenis del Club de Campo Santa Barbara
Director
■ Create lesson plans and lesson schedules for all players and coaches
■ Travel to tournaments all over the country
■ Manage staff to cover all programming, including any and all necessary
training
Individual Coach
■ Jenny Kryvoruchko"s private coach (Ranking WTA 650) during 2009 and
2010
■ Pablo Caffarena"s private coach (Spanish Absolute Ranking 600) 2011-
2015
2015-present Ozark Tennis Academy/Bentonville Parks & Rec
Bentonville, AR
Director
■ Teach private lessons and group drills to all ages.
• Create lesson plans and lesson schedules for entire program
■ Travel to tournaments all over the country
■ Manage and train staff
Individual Coach
• Brooke Killingsworth — #2 in Southerns Girls 16s, #72 Nationally
• Hayden Shoemake — #36 in Southerns Girls 16s, #932 Nationally
• Darby Brandon — #36 in Southerns Girls 12s, #258 Nationally
Playing Experience
■ Ranking ATP singles: 865
■ Ranking ATP doubles: 624
■ Played International Club Tennis for:
Argentina: Club Harrods Gath y Chaves (2002)
Club Banco Provincia (2003)
France: Sarcelles Tennis Club (de 2004 a 2007)
La Roche Posay (2008)
Italy: Club River, Venecia. (2008)
Beau Basham
Education
Certifications
Professional
experience
2006 - 2009 Alma High School
2009 - 2011 University of Arkansas- Fort Smith
Business Major
2011 - 2013 University of Arkansas
2016 USPTA Professional Certification
Alma, AR
Fort Smith, AR
Fayetteville, AR
2008 — 2009 Fort Smith Athletic Club Fort Smith, AR
Assistant Pro
■ Taught junior clinics.
■ Taught private lessons to all ages.
2010-2011 Fianna Hills Country Club Fort Smith, AR
Head Pro Assistant
• Helped organize and run junior camps
• Taught private and group lessons to all ages
Summer 2012 Nelson Bay Country Club
Head Pro Assistant
• In charge of court maintence
• Taught high level juniors.
• Helped run social events.
NSW, Australia
Playing Experience
References
. Taught adult lessons.
2012-2013 Central Arkansas Tennis Academy Little Rock, AR
Head Coach
■ Taught advanced junior lessons and clinics
■ Traveled with juniors to tournaments all across the South
2013-2016 Ozark Tennis Academy Bentonville, AR
Coach
■ Taught adult and junior clinics
■ Taught adult and junior privates
■ Traveled across the South with advanced juniors
■ In charge of junior clinics at local schools and parks
2016-Present Ozark Tennis Academy Bentonville, AR
Co -Director
■ In charge of running USTA adult and junior tournaments.
■ Help manage coaching staff and lesson plans.
■ Help with the scheduling of all programming.
■ Teach adults and juniors of all ages.
■ Part of a state championship team for Alma High School, won state singles
titles his freshman & senior year.
■ In USTA play he was ranked #1 in the state in 18s in singles. He reached
top 50 in the South his last year of junior tennis.
■ In 2009 he won the Hershal Friday Award, the highest award in Arkansas
junior tennis.
■ Full scholarship to University of Arkansas -Fort Smith. Where he played #2
and #3 singles as a sophomore, before transferring to the University of
Arkansas to focus on academics.
■ NTRP 5.0
Randy Hollis, Owner of Fort Smith Athletic Club- 918-906-3667
Peter Doohan, Former NCAA national champion. Reached #1 ATP ranking in
doubles and top 50 in the world in singles.
011-61-466-626-943
Bryan Colton, Owner of Central Arkansas Tennis Academy and Stuttgart
Tennis Academy — 870-405-7697
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SELECTION
COMMITTEE — VOTING RESULTS
Selection Description:
RFP 21-08, Tennis Program Services
Selection Committee Date/Time:
11/29/2021 at 1:30 PM via Teams
Firms are listed alphabetical order.
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2nd
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3rd
NA
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2nd ranked firm:
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OVERALL RANK SUMMARY SCORING
Ozark Tennis Academy
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Ozark Tennis Academy Agreement with City of Fayetteville
The City of Fayetteville (City) and the Ozark Tennis Academy, LLC (OTA) hereby enter into this
Agreement concerning the Fayetteville Tennis Program. This Agreement is subject to the following
conditions:
1. OTA shall utilize Wilson Park Tennis Complex for programming, league play and tournaments at
times preapproved by the City's Parks and Recreation Department. Such usage shall not be
construed as a right of exclusive use. OTA shall not assign right of use to any other individual or
organization without the approval of City.
2. The initial term of this contract shall be from January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022. The initial
term of the agreement shall be for one (1) year. However, the Agreement shall automatically
renew each year on January 1" for four (4) consecutive one (1) year terms unless either Party
gives the other Party notice of its desire to modify or terminate the Agreement at least sixty (60)
days prior to the January 151 renewal date. Notice shall be effective upon receipt.
3. OTA is responsible for providing coaches for all lessons, classes, etc. and maintaining the desired
instructor to participant ratio. Any and all possible conflicts or interruptions should be
communicated to City immediately.
4. OTA is required to provide a seasonal schedule to City for group lessons, programs and
tournaments. This schedule should include exactly which courts will be in use for each calendar
day of the season. Any changes made to the schedule must be submitted to Parks and
Recreation 24 hours in advance.
5. OTA shall designate one contact person that communicates schedules and court maintenance
needs to the City. OTA will contact Dean Rawlings (479.444.3474) for needs or questions
directed to City Parks and Recreation. If there are concerns or suggestions concerning the
tennis program or facility including problems affecting play or the safety of participants, OTA
shall notify City staff immediately.
6. OTA's agents, employees, and instructors will act professionally while instructing tennis
programs and arrive properly dressed in approved tennis shirts. OTA's agents, employees, and
instructors will show respect for players, coaches, spectators, general public, and City staff by
being courteous and considerate without sacrificing fairness. Disputes will be handled calmly
and respectfully with assistance from City.
7. It is the decision of OTA whether programming will continue when inclement weather affects
the courts. OTA will inform the City in a timely manner of their decision, when possible, so that
City staff may assist with informing program participants.
8. The City will administer all participant registration through its registration software and
administer all promotion/marketing materials for tennis programs.
9. Consideration for this contract shall be City's payment to OTA of 85% of all gross revenue which
shall be remitted no later than the 10th of each month. The payment will include a detailed
report that includes participation numbers by category, gross revenue received, and amount
owed to OTA.
10. OTA shall be responsible for carrying its own general liability insurance covering those involved
with the program, including administration, coaches, participants, spectators and any other
personnel utilized in the organization and running practices, meets, tournaments and other
special events. A current copy of OTA's liability insurance certificate shall be filed at the City's
Parks and Recreation Department office.
11. OTA is responsible for completing background checks on all coaches and administration of the
program on an annual basis. Background checks apply to all staff over 18 years of age.
12. Not an Agent. It is understood that OTA is not acting as an agent for the City and the City's
sovereign immunity does not extend to OTA's acts or omission. OTA agrees to indemnify,
defend, and hold harmless the City of Fayetteville from claims and damages as a direct or
indirect result of OTA's use of the sites/facilities. No word, clause, phrase or paragraph shall be
construed to waive that tort immunity as set forth under Arkansas law.
13. This agreement may be terminated by either party with 60-day written notification by the City
or OTA.
14. Notices required by this Agreement shall be sent to:
Cif of Fayetteville;
Lee Farmer
1455 S. Happy Hollow Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Ozark Tennis Academy LLC
Matias De Genero
802 SW Greenworld St.
Bentonville, AR 72712
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been duly executed by the Parties as of the day and
year first written above.
CITY
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Kara Paxton, City Clerlf-Treasurer
Ozark Tennis Academy, LLC
—matYarme enero, Owner
Address
Phone Number
FAYE-TEVILLE