City of Calabasas - Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center Canyon Café Cold Kitchen Concessionaire RFP 2026
City of CalabasasCity · Calabasas, CA- Due
- May 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Erica Green
- (818) 224-1654
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Calabasas is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to operate a cold kitchen food concession at the Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center (CTSC) Canyon Café, located at 23400 Park Sorrento, Calabasas, CA 91302. The selected vendor will provide healthy and convenient food options to CTSC patrons, including fresh sandwiches and wraps, salads, paninis, hot dogs, smoothies, juices, and pre-packaged snacks and beverages. The Tennis and Swim Center averages about 200,000 member visits per year, with center revenue equating to $4M-$5M per year. The agreement term is three (3) years. Proposals are due by May 14, 2026, at 4:00 pm. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 28, 2026, at 10:00 am. Questions are due by May 1, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Evaluation will be based on proposer experience and capability, operational plans, and financial return to the city.
Proposer's Experience and Capability (20%), Operational Plans (40%), Financial Return to the City (40%)
SUMMARY
The City of Calabasas is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to operate a cold kitchen food concession at the Calabasas Tennis and Swim Center (CTSC) Canyon Café, located at 23400 Park Sorrento, Calabasas, CA 91302.
The selected vendor will provide healthy and convenient food options to CTSC patrons, including fresh sandwiches and wraps, salads, paninis, hot dogs, smoothies, juices, and pre-packaged snacks and beverages. The Tennis and Swim Center averages about 200,000 member visits per year, with center revenue equating to $4M-$5M per year. The agreement term is three (3) years. Proposals are due by May 14, 2026, at 4:00 pm. A mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 28, 2026, at 10:00 am. Questions are due by May 1, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Evaluation will be based on proposer experience and capability, operational plans, and financial return to the city.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Proposal Form
- Letter of Authorization
- Cost Proposal
- Proof of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofcalabasas
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Calabasas, CA
- Projected sq ft
- 2,714 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Calabasas?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofcalabasas. For questions, contact Erica Green.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Calabasas in CA, 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 Erica Green at (818) 224-1654. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Proposer's Experience and Capability (20%), Operational Plans (40%), Financial Return to the City (40%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Calabasas?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal Form, Letter of Authorization, Cost Proposal, Proof of Insurance. Review the full document from City of Calabasas for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Calabasas, CA. The total projected area is 2714 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.