RFP #1201380 - Operation of an Outdoor Ice Rink at Veterans Plaza in Silver Spring, Maryland

This solicitation seeks a qualified vendor to operate, manage, and maintain an outdoor ice‑skating rink at Veterans Plaza in Silver Spring, Maryland. The contractor will be responsible for all aspects of rink operations—including staffing, safety, programming, merchandise sales, fee structures, maintenance, snow and rubbish removal, and customer‑satisfaction measurement—subject to County approval. Subcontracting is prohibited without written consent. Proposals must include a detailed operation plan covering hours, services, staffing, safety, programming, internal controls, pricing, and maintenance schedules. The award will be made to the vendor that best meets the County’s criteria for quality, safety, and financial viability. • Location: Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD • Scope: Full‑service operation of an outdoor ice rink (management, staffing, safety, programming, maintenance, revenue control) • Submission deadline: Oct 23 2026 3:00 PM EST • Pre‑bid conference (optional): Oct 15 2026 3:00 PM via Microsoft Teams • No subcontracting without County approval • Required detailed operation plan covering all operational facets • Open to all vendors (no small‑business set‑aside) • Awarded by Montgomery County Government