CITY OF CANTON
201 N. Buffalo, Canton, Texas 75103
903-567-1841
CIVIC CENTER - REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL – FOOD CONCESSION (Click here for printable copy)
The City of Canton is accepting proposals for an agreement for the operation of a food and beverage concession at the Canton Civic Center, 800 Flea Market Road, Canton, Texas. Please review and forward your proposal to the City Secretary, City of Canton, 201 N. Buffalo, Canton, Texas 75103, no later than 5:00 p.m. on February 10, 2021.
The winning proposal will be selected for a variety of reasons including proposed menu, hours of operation, current City needs, the operating fee, and the ability to provide services as demonstrated by past history. The City of Canton reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
At the facility, the City of Canton (Owner) will provide:
The Concession includes:*
*Any additional items provided by the Owner will be listed in the Concession Agreement to be agreed upon between Owner and Concessionaire
The Concessionaire will:
Signage: The concessionaire will have the right to affix its business sign in the concession area on the wall after obtaining approval from Owner.
Remodeling: Subject to prior approval by City of Canton
Proposed Hours of Operation
Wednesday prior to First Monday* |
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Thursday – Sunday prior to First Monday |
7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
*First Monday is described as the first Monday of each month where a flea market is run in the City of Canton every month. A calendar of the event is attached hereto |
The concession area will be available to concessionaire during the month for cleaning, maintenance, and stocking.
The City of Canton reserves the right to use the concession area and equipment during the month for its own use or for the use of those renting out the Civic Center for outside events. Concessionaire will not be responsible for providing any supplies/stock for such use by the City or a third party.
Operating Fee: Submittal shall include a proposed monthly operating fee not less than $1,000. Rent is due in accordance with the First Monday Policies – by 5:00 p.m. on the Friday following each First Monday
Term: The term of this proposal shall be for two years. The lease is subject to renewal at the end of the initial term for up to two (2) one-year (1) renewals unless either party indicates in writing to the other that they wish to discontinue the lease. This agreement may be cancelled at any time with 90 days notice and agreement by both parties.
The complete agreement between the parties shall be set out in a formal Concession Agreement and shall be signed by both parties upon acceptance of the proposal.
Menu: The proposal will include a tentative menu, including prices
References: Please provide three professional references as well as a history of performing similar services
Scoring
This request shall be scored against the following criteria:
Menu and Pricing 25%
Hours of Operation 25%
Operating Fee 25%
References 15%
History of Performance 10%
Due Date: Please submit proposals no later than February 10, 2021, by 5:00 p.m. to the City Secretary, City of Canton, 201 N. Buffalo, Canton, Texas 75201. Please indicate on the outside of the envelope the following: SEALED BID – CIVIC CENTER CONCESSION.