Notice of Intent to Enter into Negotiations for a concession for the development, operation, and maintenance of a snack bar and merchandise concession with the option for a full-service restaurant at the Orchard Beach Pavilion, Pelham Bay Park, Bronx

The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a concessionaire to develop, operate, and maintain a snack bar and merchandise concession with the option for a full-service restaurant at the Orchard Beach Pavilion, Pelham Bay Park, Bronx. The concession will be operated pursuant to a license issued by Parks, and the term is expected to commence in May 2026. The length of the term is to be negotiated. Interested parties may contact Angel Williams, Senior Project Manager for NYC Parks Concessions Unit, by January 16, 2026. The proposal will be evaluated based on proposed capital investments, operating experience, financial capability, planned operations, fee offer, and integrated sustainability. • The concessionaire will be responsible for the development, operation, and maintenance of the snack bar and merchandise concession. • The concessionaire will have the option to operate a full-service restaurant. • The term of the concession is to be negotiated. • The concessionaire will be required to obtain a license from Parks. • The proposal will be evaluated based on various factors, including proposed capital investments, operating experience, and financial capability.