Nicholasville-Jessamine County Parks and Recreation Concession Operations RFP 2026
City of Nicholasville, City of Nicholasville, KY·City
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- Reported Agency
- Nicholasville-Jessamine County Parks and Recreation
- Primary Contact
- Anessa Snowden · (859) 885-9787 ext 104
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope Location
- Nicholasville, KY
- Submission Address
- 499 E Maple Street, Nicholasville, KY 40356
SUMMARY
Solicits proposals for concession stand operations at the Riney B Aquatic Center for Summer 2026. Requires knowledge of operations, food safety, contract management, and financial stability. Includes specific lease fee schedule.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Quality and responsiveness of proposals.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Proposal including letter of interest, Qualifications, Sample menu with prices, Inventory list, References, Proof of ability to pay lease fee, POS history, Food safety certifications, Business licenses, And staffing plan.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Letter of interest, qualifications, sample menu, inventory list, references, proof of ability to pay lease fee, POS history, food safety certifications, business licenses, staffing plan.
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Nicholasville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 6, 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: 499 E Maple Street, Nicholasville, KY 40356. For questions, contact Anessa Snowden.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Quality and responsiveness of proposals." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Nicholasville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Nicholasville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Nicholasville 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 1 year. 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: Letter of interest, qualifications, sample menu, inventory list, references, proof of ability to pay lease fee, POS history, food safety certifications, business licenses, staffing plan.. Review the full document from City of Nicholasville for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Nicholasville in KY, 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 Anessa Snowden at (859) 885-9787 ext 104. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Nicholasville, KY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal including letter of interest, Qualifications, Sample menu with prices, Inventory list, References, Proof of ability to pay lease fee, POS history, Food safety certifications, Business licenses, And staffing plan.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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