New York State Contract Reporter #RFP 564

City of Yonkers seeks proposals for floating restaurant development and operation at JFK Marina Park

This opportunity from the City of Yonkers seeks experienced restaurateurs and hospitality groups with marine operations expertise to develop and operate a floating restaurant at JFK Marina Park on the Hudson River. - Government Buyer: - City of Yonkers, Bureau of Purchasing - Contact: Miguel A. Martinez, III, MBA, NIGP-CPP - Scope of Work: - Develop, own, and operate a floating restaurant on a barge or moored vessel - Provide full restaurant fit-out, staffing, maintenance, and ongoing operations - Collaborate with the City on design, engineering, and utility connections - Submit detailed technical and cost proposals, including vessel specifications, utility requirements, and economic terms (capital investment, revenue sharing) - Notable Requirements: - Marine operations experience required - Proposer must own the barge/vessel and manage all restaurant operations - City will construct the fixed landing platform, gangway, and utility connection points - Contract term options: 5 years with a 5-year renewal or 10 years initial - Payment terms, escalation, and revenue share percentages to be proposed - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Evaluation will be based on industry standards and may include interviews with proposers

Description

The City of Yonkers is seeking proposals from experienced restaurateurs and hospitality groups with marine operations experience to develop and operate a floating restaurant on the Hudson River at JFK Marina. The project involves a floating restaurant on a barge or vessel accessed via a City-designed fixed landing platform and gangway. The operator will own the vessel and provide the complete fit-out, while the City will construct the fixed platform, gangway, and utility connection points. Proposals must include both Technical and Cost Proposals and adhere to industry standards.

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