City of Cape Coral Management and Operation of Jaycee Park Concession Area and Food Truck Court RFP 2026-RFP-CM-068-KR
City of Cape CoralCity · Cape Coral, FL- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 7 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 15 years
- Primary contact
- Kelsey Reed
- (239) 574-0841
The 30-second brief
The City of Cape Coral is seeking proposals from qualified companies to finish construction, manage, and operate the Concession Area and Food Truck Court at Jaycee Park (Project No. 2026-RFP-CM-068-KR). The scope includes completing the buildout of the 1,100 sq ft Bistro shell building (estimated cost $400,000 - $600,000), managing 6 fully serviced food truck pads with electric, water, sewer, and grease traps, operating retail and beverage/ice cream services, and maintaining the concession area including a wet zone for alcoholic beverage sales, a bandshell, and seating. The initial contract term is 15 years with one 5-year renewal option. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with a notice of interest deadline on October 20, 2026. Submissions must be made electronically via the OpenGov portal. Required qualifications include a valid Florida contractor or business license, local BTR, commercial general liability insurance ($1,000,000/$2,000,000 limits), worker's compensation, public construction bonds for projects over $200,000, E-Verify compliance, and an upfront buy-in payment plus a minimum guaranteed monthly concession fee of $2,500 plus 4% of gross receipts.
Finish construction and buildout of the 1, 100 sq ft Bistro shell building; manage and operate the Concession Area and Food Truck Court including 6 fully serviced food truck pads, Retail pavilion, Beverage service, And ice cream operations; perform maintenance and repairs within the concession area; manage food truck vendor selection, Lease agreements, And POS tracking.
Background & Experience (25%), Qualification & Experience of Key Personnel/Team (20%), Demonstrated Knowledge & Resources (20%), Financial Capacity and Approach (20%), Project Timeline (15%)
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Summary
The City of Cape Coral is seeking proposals from qualified companies to finish construction, manage, and operate the Concession Area and Food Truck Court at Jaycee Park (Project No. 2026-RFP-CM-068-KR).
The scope includes completing the buildout of the 1,100 sq ft Bistro shell building (estimated cost $400,000 - $600,000), managing 6 fully serviced food truck pads with electric, water, sewer, and grease traps, operating retail and beverage/ice cream services, and maintaining the concession area including a wet zone for alcoholic beverage sales, a bandshell, and seating. The initial contract term is 15 years with one 5-year renewal option. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with a notice of interest deadline on October 20, 2026. Submissions must be made electronically via the OpenGov portal. Required qualifications include a valid Florida contractor or business license, local BTR, commercial general liability insurance ($1,000,000/$2,000,000 limits), worker's compensation, public construction bonds for projects over $200,000, E-Verify compliance, and an upfront buy-in payment plus a minimum guaranteed monthly concession fee of $2,500 plus 4% of gross receipts.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Finish construction and buildout of the 1, 100 sq ft Bistro shell building; manage and operate the Concession Area and Food Truck Court including 6 fully serviced food truck pads, Retail pavilion, Beverage service, And ice cream operations; perform maintenance and repairs within the concession area; manage food truck vendor selection, Lease agreements, And POS tracking.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
23- Taxpayer Identification Number (FEIN)
- State of Florida Division of Corporations registration
- Collusion Statement
- Scrutinized Companies Certification
- Public Entity Crimes Act acknowledgment
- Discriminatory Vendor List acknowledgment
- Form 3A - Interest in Competitive Bid for Public Business
- Corporate Resolution or letterhead
- Drug-Free Workplace acknowledgment
- Reference Survey Forms
- Acknowledgement of Insurance Requirements
- Designated Contact info
- E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- Immigration Affidavit Certification
- Human Trafficking Affidavit
- Cone of Silence acknowledgment
- Business Tax Receipt (BTR)
- Public Construction Bond or Surety Letter
- Suspension and Debarment Certification
- Business Ethics Requirements
- Truth In Negotiations certification
- Current licenses
- Firm's Proposal
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/capecoralfl
- Duration
- 240 months
- Scope location
- Cape Coral, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Cape Coral?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/capecoralfl. For questions, contact Kelsey Reed.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Cape Coral in FL, 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 Kelsey Reed at (239) 574-0841. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Finish construction and buildout of the 1, 100 sq ft Bistro shell building; manage and operate the Concession Area and Food Truck Court including 6 fully serviced food truck pads, Retail pavilion, Beverage service, And ice cream operations; perform maintenance and repairs within the concession area;. 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: "Background & Experience (25%), Qualification & Experience of Key Personnel/Team (20%), Demonstrated Knowledge & Resources (20%), Financial Capacity and Approach (20%), Project Timeline (15%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cape Coral?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cape Coral are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cape Coral 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 15 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Taxpayer Identification Number (FEIN), State of Florida Division of Corporations registration, Collusion Statement, Scrutinized Companies Certification, Public Entity Crimes Act acknowledgment, Discri. Review the full document from City of Cape Coral for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cape Coral, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.