Town of Vail - Newspaper Boxes Management Request for Qualifications 2026
Town of VailCity · Vail, CO- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Amanda Zinn
The 30-second brief
The Town of Vail, Colorado is inviting submittals from qualified vendors for management of thirteen newspaper box clusters located in Vail Village and Lionshead Village. The work includes weekly inspection of the boxes, clearing out trash, communicating with clients to have periodicals re-stocked, ongoing advertising and communications with potential and waitlist clients to fill empty boxes, and monthly reports. There are thirteen clusters containing full-size and half-size boxes holding periodicals, real estate marketing collateral, magazines, newspapers, and maps. Qualifications are due by October 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time via electronic PDF to Amanda Zinn at [email protected]. Questions are due by October 5, 2026.
Weekly inspection of the boxes (including clearing out trash), Communication with clients to have their periodicals re-stocked and available, Ongoing advertising and communications with potential clients and waitlist clients to fill empty boxes, Communication with the Town of Vail regarding maintenance, Signage, And invoicing to clients, Monthly reports of work done
Qualifications of the submitters
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Summary
The Town of Vail, Colorado is inviting submittals from qualified vendors for management of thirteen newspaper box clusters located in Vail Village and Lionshead Village.
The work includes weekly inspection of the boxes, clearing out trash, communicating with clients to have periodicals re-stocked, ongoing advertising and communications with potential and waitlist clients to fill empty boxes, and monthly reports. There are thirteen clusters containing full-size and half-size boxes holding periodicals, real estate marketing collateral, magazines, newspapers, and maps. Qualifications are due by October 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time via electronic PDF to Amanda Zinn at [email protected]. Questions are due by October 5, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications of the submitters
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Weekly inspection of the boxes (including clearing out trash), Communication with clients to have their periodicals re-stocked and available, Ongoing advertising and communications with potential clients and waitlist clients to fill empty boxes, Communication with the Town of Vail regarding maintenance, Signage, And invoicing to clients, Monthly reports of work done
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Cover sheet
- Professional resume
- References
- Schedule
- Exclusions
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Vail, Colorado
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Vail?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Amanda Zinn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Vail in CO, 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 RFQ 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 Amanda Zinn. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Weekly inspection of the boxes (including clearing out trash), Communication with clients to have their periodicals re-stocked and available, Ongoing advertising and communications with potential clients and waitlist clients to fill empty boxes, Communication with the Town of Vail regarding maintena. 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: "Qualifications of the submitters" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Vail?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Vail are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Vail regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Cover sheet, professional resume, references, schedule, exclusions. Review the full document from Town of Vail for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Vail, Colorado. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.