Kent seeks concessionaires for parks, recreation facilities

The city of Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department invites organizations, agencies, non-profit groups or profit groups to submit proposals to provide food and beverage service for various park facilities in Kent.

The city of Kent is seeking vendors to serve concessions at Arbor Heights 360 Park and other parks starting in 2013.

The city of Kent is seeking vendors to serve concessions at Arbor Heights 360 Park and other parks starting in 2013.

The city of Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department invites organizations, agencies, non-profit groups or profit groups to submit proposals to provide food and beverage service for various park facilities in Kent.

Under contract for one year starting in 2013, with the option to renew for an additional year, the successful applicants will provide concession services at scheduled games, tournaments, special events and other activities, according to a city media release.

The parks where vendors could sell include the Russell Road Sports Complex, the Service Club Ballfields, Wilson Playfields, Lake Meridian Park, Kent Memorial Park/Art Wright Field, Arbor Heights 360 and Town Square Plaza.

Interested parties are encouraged to submit a proposal to the city of Kent Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department, Attention: David Heldt, 525 4th Ave. N., Kent, WA 98032. Proposals will be accepted until 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12.

City officials will review applications in mid-October and plan to award contracts Nov. 2.

For more information and Request for Proposal Packets, go to www.KentWA.gov/2013ParksConcessionsRFP or contact David Heldt at dheldt@KentWA.gov or 253-856-5004.


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