Frisco Day Lodge Food Vendor

The Town of Frisco, Colorado is seeking a commercial food service vendor to operate a cafe concession within the Frisco Day Lodge at the Frisco Adventure Park during the winter snow tubing season. The selected vendor will be responsible for providing food and beverage services in a 393 square foot cafe, operating from Thanksgiving through early April, on Thursdays through Mondays. The vendor must offer a creative menu including snacks, non-alcoholic beverages, shareable items, and lunch-style entrees capable of serving up to 800 daily guests. Key deliverables include obtaining a Retail Food License, operating and maintaining provided commercial kitchen equipment, using sustainable packaging, and handling all payments and sales records. Proposal submissions are due by 11:00am MST on September 30th, 2024, with potential site visits scheduled for September 23rd and 24th, and virtual interviews planned for the week of October 7th-11th, 2024. The evaluation will likely focus on menu creativity, operational capabilities, and alignment with the park's vision of providing quick-service food comparable to resort and attraction standards.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The vendor will be required to pay a 10% commission on all cafe sales, settled monthly, and must adhere to specific town policies including avoiding single-use plastics and using only a designated aluminum canned water. The kitchen is fully equipped with commercial appliances, including a beverage merchandizer, refrigerator, freezer, deep fryer, stove top, and dishwasher, valued at approximately $50,000-$75,000. While no specific budget range for the contract is mentioned, the vendor will be responsible for generating revenue through food and beverage sales. The facility includes a comprehensive kitchen floor plan with 393 square feet of space, featuring multiple preparation and storage areas. The Town of Frisco will provide the infrastructure, with the expectation that the selected vendor will create an efficient and appealing food service operation that enhances the visitor experience at the Frisco Adventure Park.