RFP 260-26 Carnival

The City of Riverton is seeking a qualified carnival operator to run rides, games, and food‑service for its annual Riverton Town Days event. The contractor must supply all equipment, provide its own power, manage security, staff background checks, employee housing, waste removal, and comply with all city ordinances and safety regulations. The contract is a one‑year base term with up to four optional one‑year renewals and requires the operator to pay the City a fee or revenue share. • Operate a full carnival (major, spectacular, and kiddie rides) plus games and food concessions. • Provide self‑contained power, security staff, background checks, drug/alcohol policy, and a bunkhouse for employee housing (no tents). • Manage trash, clean the site, and restore it post‑event; City supplies toilets and trash containers. • Submit a ≤20‑page proposal with detailed experience, pricing, references, insurance, and compliance documentation. • Evaluation weighted heavily toward experience (40%) and past government event performance (25%).