Anne Arundel County Fort Smallwood Concession Stands RFQ26000321 2026
Anne Arundel CountyCounty · Annapolis, MD- Due
- Apr 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Zoe Rodriguez-Keeton
- (410) 222-7660
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks is soliciting quotes under RFQ26000321 for qualified vendors to manage and operate revenue-generating food and retail concession stands at Fort Smallwood Park (9500 Fort Smallwood Rd., Pasadena, MD). The contract covers two locations: Item No. 1 (Swimming Beach) and Item No. 2 (Boat Ramp). Selected vendors must provide food service and/or recreational supplies while paying the County a minimum of 8% of gross monthly revenue. Requirements include providing necessary equipment (e.g., Z-tape cash registers, refrigeration), initial retail inventory, and maintaining insurance (CGL, Auto, Workers Comp). Bids are due by April 28, 2026, at 1:30 PM EDT via the P.O.R.T. eProcurement system. A remote bid opening will be held via Zoom. Questions must be submitted by April 17, 2026.
Operational Plan, Finalized list of goods and equipment, Insurance certificates, W-9 form
Highest proposed revenue-sharing percentage (minimum 8%), most advantageous responsible and responsive quoter
SUMMARY
Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks is soliciting quotes under RFQ26000321 for qualified vendors to manage and operate revenue-generating food and retail concession stands at Fort Smallwood Park (9500 Fort Smallwood Rd., Pasadena, MD).
The contract covers two locations: Item No. 1 (Swimming Beach) and Item No. 2 (Boat Ramp). Selected vendors must provide food service and/or recreational supplies while paying the County a minimum of 8% of gross monthly revenue. Requirements include providing necessary equipment (e.g., Z-tape cash registers, refrigeration), initial retail inventory, and maintaining insurance (CGL, Auto, Workers Comp). Bids are due by April 28, 2026, at 1:30 PM EDT via the P.O.R.T. eProcurement system. A remote bid opening will be held via Zoom. Questions must be submitted by April 17, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest proposed revenue-sharing percentage (minimum 8%), most advantageous responsible and responsive quoter
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Operational Plan
- Finalized list of goods and equipment
- Insurance certificates
- W-9 form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Affidavit
- Vendor Sheet
- COI Example
- W9 form
- Appendix A
- Attachment A
- Submit to
- Annapolis, MD
- Scope location
- Pasadena, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from Anne Arundel County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Annapolis, MD. For questions, contact Zoe Rodriguez-Keeton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Anne Arundel County in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Zoe Rodriguez-Keeton at (410) 222-7660. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Operational Plan, Finalized list of goods and equipment, Insurance certificates, W-9 form. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Highest proposed revenue-sharing percentage (minimum 8%), most advantageous responsible and responsive quoter" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Anne Arundel County?
All active and historical solicitations from Anne Arundel County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Anne Arundel County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Affidavit, Vendor Sheet, COI Example, W9 form, Appendix A, Attachment A. Review the full document from Anne Arundel County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pasadena, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.