REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL CERES RIVER BLUFF REGIONAL PARK CONCESSION STAND
| Location: | California |
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| Posted: | Feb 23, 2026 |
| Due: | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Agency: | City of Ceres |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Bid Title: |
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL CERES RIVER BLUFF REGIONAL PARK CONCESSION STAND
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| Category: | Bid & RFP Opportunities |
| Status: | Open |
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City of Ceres
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Ceres River Bluff Regional Park Concession Stand
The City of Ceres is seeking businesses, individuals and non-profit groups (s) to
manage and operate the concession stand at Ceres River Bluff Regional Park on
Hatch Road, just east of Mitchell Road. This impressive 76-acre park includes 6
full size soccer fields, 3 mini soccer fields, concession stand/plaza, group picnic
area, hiking and biking trails, restrooms and a children’s playground.
The concession stand building consists of approximately 800 square feet, with 3
serving windows, and sufficient electrical to support various equipment, such as:
microwave, ice machine, freezer, refrigerator, popcorn machine, and nacho
machine. There is a storage room as well as heating and air conditioning. The
concession stand does not have a grill or oven; however a gas barbeque can be
utilized from the exterior of the building.
The City of Ceres Recreation Department will be accepting proposals from
businesses, individuals and non-profit groups who would like to operate a
concession stand from this location. The typical food and beverages which could
be sold from the concession stand includes, but is not limited to: hot dogs,
sandwiches, popcorn, nachos, chips, candy, ice cream, microwaveable food,
bottled water, fountain drinks, etc. No alcohol will be permitted at the park
site.
If you are interested in being interviewed, please submit the attached application
and resume information to:
Joey Chavez, Manager
Ceres Recreation Department
2701 Fourth Street
Ceres, CA. 95307
Telephone (209)538-5682
The deadline for submitting your Request for Proposal (in a sealed envelope) is
Thursday, March 19, 2026.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
CERES RIVER BLUFF REGIONAL PARK – CONCESSION STAND
Full Name _________________________________________________
Business Name ______________________________________________
Tax ID # ____________________________________________________
Address _____________________________City___________________
State_____________ Zip ______________
Day Phone _____________________ Evening Phone _____________
E-Mail Address ______________________________________________
The City of Ceres is seeking businesses, individuals and non-profit
groups(s) to manage and operate the food and beverages to be served
from the concession stand and plaza area at Ceres River Bluff Regional
Park on Hatch Road. The main use of the park will be for soccer games
and tournaments at the 9 field soccer complex. There will also be many
people walking, hiking, and relaxing at the new regional park. Ceres Youth
Soccer Organization has a 1,000+ youth playing and this will be their
primary fields of play. Adult soccer leagues and tournaments will also be
scheduled there. The businesses, individuals and non-profit groups hired
will be signing a contract (Concessionaire) with the City of Ceres for a
three (3) year commitment. The Contracted Concessionaire will be required
to have a City of Ceres business license and a minimum $2,000,000 per
occurrence and $4,000,000 in aggregate general liability insurance. The
Concessionaire will be responsible for providing all the necessary kitchen
equipment such as an ice machine, refrigerator/freezer, microwave oven,
utensils, food, and beverages. They will need a cash register that
maintains accurate sales receipts. The Concessionaire will have all the
rights to exclusively sell food and beverages in the park.
What are your past experience in the food/beverage industry?
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Do you currently work or own a business in the food and beverage
industry?
Explain:_________________________________________________________
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Do you currently have food product liability insurance?
Yes_______ No_____
If yes, what is the name of company and policy number and amount of
coverage ___________________________________________ Policy#
Do you currently have a City of Ceres business license?
Yes _______ No ______
Do you have a valid California Drivers License? Yes ____ No _____
Drivers License number ________________
Do you have vehicle insurance?
Yes ______ No
Name of company and Policy Number -_____________________________
What months, days and hours do you plan to have the concession stand
open?
Months of year?
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Days of week? Mon.___ Tues. ____Wed.____ Thur.___ Fri.___ Sat. ____
Sun.___
Hours each day?
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List all the foods and beverages (no alcohol allowed) that are planned to
be sold. List next to the item the size (ounces) and suggested selling price
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What amount will you be willing to pay the City of Ceres monthly rental of
the concession stand?
What percent of gross profit are you willing to pay to the City of Ceres?
%
Do you speak any foreign language(s)? Yes
No
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