R&P - Kilbourne Run Food Concessions

The City of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department (CRPD) is seeking information from qualified food‑service vendors interested in operating a concession stand (and possibly sponsoring) at the newly renovated Kilbourne Run Sports Complex. This RFI will help CRPD draft a future Request for Proposal (RFP) for a 5‑year contract beginning March 1 2027. Vendors must submit qualifications, service descriptions, and a proposed commission or sponsorship model by the deadline. Site inspections are available on October 27, 2026. • Deadline for questions: Oct 30 2026 5 PM; answers posted by Nov 3 2026. • Site visit (optional) on Oct 27 2026 9 AM‑4 PM – schedule with Carlos Joglar (614‑645‑3368). • Submission due: Nov 6 2026 5 PM (email to Dustin Ware). • Contract term: 5 years (3/1/2027 – 2/28/2032). • Operations: weekdays (practice hours) and weekends (8 AM‑9 PM) March‑Nov; closed mid‑Nov‑Feb. • Vendor must provide all equipment, obtain permits, maintain the facility, and adhere to CRPD’s beverage, alcohol, and tobacco policies. • Opportunity includes potential sponsorship/naming rights and a commission‑based payment model. • Required documentation: qualifications, financial statements, insurance certificates, and a narrative of concession approach.