City of Belfast City Park Concessions Request for Proposals 2025
City of BelfastCity · Belfast, ME- Due
- Dec 31, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 20, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Belfast Parks And Recreation Department
- 338-3370 ext 127
The 30-second brief
The City of Belfast Parks and Recreation is soliciting proposals from businesses to operate the Belfast City Park Concession Stand for a two-year period from May 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. The facility is equipped for lunch counter or snack shack operations, including a griddle, deep fryer, commercial hood, refrigeration, and prep tables. The City seeks a lunch-based menu featuring snacks, drinks, appetizers, and ice cream with a robust operating schedule from June 1 through Labor Day each season. Proposals are due by 12 PM on December 31, 2025, and will be reviewed on January 5, 2026. Interested parties must submit a one-page RFP form to the Parks and Recreation Department.
One-page Request For Proposal (RFP) form
Lunch-based menu, snacks, drinks, appetizer-style food, ice cream, robust operating schedule
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Summary
The City of Belfast Parks and Recreation is soliciting proposals from businesses to operate the Belfast City Park Concession Stand for a two-year period from May 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027.
The facility is equipped for lunch counter or snack shack operations, including a griddle, deep fryer, commercial hood, refrigeration, and prep tables. The City seeks a lunch-based menu featuring snacks, drinks, appetizers, and ice cream with a robust operating schedule from June 1 through Labor Day each season. Proposals are due by 12 PM on December 31, 2025, and will be reviewed on January 5, 2026. Interested parties must submit a one-page RFP form to the Parks and Recreation Department.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Lunch-based menu
- Snacks
- Drinks
- Appetizer-style food
- Ice cream
- Robust operating schedule
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
One-page Request For Proposal (RFP) form
- Submit to
- Belfast Parks and Recreation Department or [email protected]
- Scope location
- Belfast, ME
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Belfast?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 31, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Belfast Parks and Recreation Department or [email protected]. For questions, contact Belfast Parks And Recreation Department.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Belfast in ME, 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 RFP 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 Belfast Parks And Recreation Department at 338-3370 ext 127. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One-page Request For Proposal (RFP) 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: "Lunch-based menu, snacks, drinks, appetizer-style food, ice cream, robust operating schedule" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Belfast?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Belfast are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Belfast regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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. Review the full document from City of Belfast for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Belfast, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.