Panama City Civicplus #PC26-028

Management and Operations of Martin Theatre in Panama City, FL

This opportunity invites experienced operators to manage and operate the historic Martin Theatre in Panama City, Florida. - Government Buyer: - City of Panama City, Parks, Culture and Recreation Department - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive management and operations of the Martin Theatre - Includes event programming, facility maintenance, ticketing, customer relations, marketing, food and beverage operations, security, and back-office administration - Over 200 events annually - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Turnkey management contract for a renovated historic venue - Emphasis on demonstrated experience, capability, and prior performance in similar operations - Collaboration with local festivals, marinas, and leveraging tourism - Proposals must be submitted via the Bonfire Portal - Place of Performance: - Martin Theatre, City of Panama City, 501 Harrison Avenue, Panama City, FL 32401

Description

The City of Panama City, Florida, through its Parks, Culture and Recreation Department, is seeking proposals from experienced and qualified operators to manage, staff, operate, and program the Martin Theatre. The scope includes programming, maintenance, ticketing, customer relations, marketing, food and beverage, security, and back-office operations. This turnkey opportunity involves managing over 200 events annually in a renovated historic venue, leveraging local tourism and collaborations with festivals and marinas. Proposals are due by June 1, 2026, and a voluntary pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2026.

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