Wichita Bonfire #260284

Wichita food truck vending services for NCAA Fan Fest

The City of Wichita is seeking food truck concessionaires for its NCAA Fan Fest in Wichita. - Government buyer: City of Wichita, Department of Parks & Recreation; Finance Department / Purchasing Division is identified in the solicitation. - Opportunity: Food and beverage vending at the 2027 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship Fan Fest, at St. Francis Street adjacent to Naftzger Park. Up to six vendors may be selected. - Vendor proposals: Include proposed menu and customer prices, a flat fee payable to the City, event experience, staffing and service capacity, inventory and restocking plans, truck dimensions, and utility needs. - Key requirements: Operate from a properly licensed mobile food vending unit; temporary tents and tables are not permitted. Vendors must provide equipment and supplies, maintain adequate inventory, serve continuously during event hours, and meet licensing, insurance, health, safety, approved-menu, setup, and site requirements. - Schedule: The event is anticipated to run for two days in March 2027, with operating hours of 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. each day. The City may modify hours or cancel the event. - OEMs and named vendors: No OEMs or commercial vendor companies are named. Applicants are prospective food truck vendors.

Description

The City of Wichita Department of Parks & Recreation seeks qualified food truck vendors for the 2027 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship Fan Fest at Naftzger Park. Vendors are expected to provide food and beverage options, reliable service, reasonable pricing, and a festive experience, and to propose a flat fee payable to the City. The application requests proposed menus and prices, relevant event experience, staffing and service capacity, inventory plans, truck and utility details, licenses, and proof of insurance. The event is anticipated to operate March 16–17, 2027, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; proposals are due December 4, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

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