Riverton City RFP 260-26 Carnival Services for Riverton Town Days Event - 2026
City of RivertonCity · Riverton, UT- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- C. Calvert
- (801) 208-3175
The 30-second brief
Riverton City is requesting proposals from qualified carnival operators to provide carnival services, rides, games, and food for the Riverton Town Days Event to be held July 2nd through 5th, 2027. The selected vendor will operate in an assigned park area, providing spectacular, major, and kiddy rides, alongside family night and discount night promotions, employee housing in bunkhouses, and its own power and trash collection. The contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options. Offers are due by 5:00 PM on October 28, 2026, and must be submitted to the Riverton City Purchasing Office or via email to [email protected]. Proposers must provide proof of commercial general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, workers' compensation, three references, and a history of violations.
Experience - 40%, Favorable participation and performance in Riverton City events and/or favorable participation and performance in government sponsored events - 25%, Revenue Sharing - 20%, Event Pricing - 15%
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Summary
Riverton City is requesting proposals from qualified carnival operators to provide carnival services, rides, games, and food for the Riverton Town Days Event to be held July 2nd through 5th, 2027.
The selected vendor will operate in an assigned park area, providing spectacular, major, and kiddy rides, alongside family night and discount night promotions, employee housing in bunkhouses, and its own power and trash collection. The contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options. Offers are due by 5:00 PM on October 28, 2026, and must be submitted to the Riverton City Purchasing Office or via email to [email protected]. Proposers must provide proof of commercial general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, workers' compensation, three references, and a history of violations.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience - 40%, Favorable participation and performance in Riverton City events and/or favorable participation and performance in government sponsored events - 25%, Revenue Sharing - 20%, Event Pricing - 15%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Insurance certificate
- Three references
- History of violations
- Price schedule
- Employee background check and hiring policy details
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Riverton, UT
- Reported agency
- Riverton City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Riverton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact C. Calvert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Riverton in UT, 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 C. Calvert at (801) 208-3175. 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: "Experience - 40%, Favorable participation and performance in Riverton City events and/or favorable participation and performance in government sponsored events - 25%, Revenue Sharing - 20%, Event Pric..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Riverton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Riverton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Riverton 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: Insurance certificate, Three references, History of violations, Price schedule, Employee background check and hiring policy details. Review the full document from City of Riverton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Riverton, UT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.