Intake_Form_-_Solicitations.pdf

This is an Intake Form for Solicitations prepared by the City of Palm Desert, California, for a Request for Proposal (RFP) to procure Farmers Market Operations and Management Services. The City is seeking qualified and experienced farmers market operators to develop, operate, and manage a recurring farmers market serving residents and visitors of Palm Desert. The anticipated contract duration is from September 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027, with an anticipated release date of July 10, 2026. The solicitation will establish an initial one-year Professional Services Agreement with renewal options subject to City approval, available funding, and satisfactory performance. The project was initiated because the City Council identified the establishment of a farmers market as a priority initiative to enhance community vibrancy, support local and regional agriculture, provide healthy food access, and create an attractive gathering place for residents and visitors.

The anticipated cost of the contract is $20,000.00, though the contract amount is noted as currently undetermined. Selected operators may request City financial assistance as part of their proposals, with the actual amount, if any, to be determined based on the selected proposal, available budget, and subsequent contract negotiations. The solicitation does not guarantee City funding. This is classified as a public project pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1720(a). The project was requested by Shelby Goodwin, with oversight from Project Manager Amy Lawrence and Director Martin Alvarez.