Event Management and Concessionaire Services at Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater
Title:  

Event Management and Concessionaire Services at Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater

Agency:  

City of Des Moines

State:  

Iowa

NAICS Code:  

711310

Industry:  

Broadcasting and Media

Solicitation Type:  

Request for Proposal

Solicitation ID:  

W26-014

Open Date:  

3/26/2026

Pre-Bid Meeting Date:  

4/14/2026

Questions Due Date:  

4/24/2026

Close Date:  

5/8/2026

Project Duration:  

24 months

Last Updated:  

Description:
The City of Des Moines, Parks and Recreation Department is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced companies to provide event management and concessionaire services at the Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater. The selected proposer will have the exclusive right to provide liquor and non-alcoholic beverage sales and food service operations at the amphitheater during the contractual period. The contract requirements include producing and staging a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 12 concerts, including ticket sales, liquor and non-alcoholic beverage sales, and food service operations. The initial contract period will be from November 1, 2026, to October 31, 2028. Some key responsibilities of the selected proposer include: * Furnishing all necessary labor, licenses, permits, supplies, and equipment for the use and administration of services and sales * Providing a sufficient number of persons to adequately supervise and maintain the amphitheater area in a clean and safe manner during events/functions * Furnishing all equipment, supplies, and materials for their food, beverage, and/or liquor sales and being responsible for cleaning and overall sanitation of their workstations * Management, staffing, and financing of events * Custodial care of the grounds and contiguous areas during and after all selected proposer uses and private rentals.
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Contact Information:

June Nasby(Procurement Representative)

jmnasby@dmgov.org

Budget Estimate (AI):

$500,000 – $1,500,000

The budget for this opportunity is estimated to be between $500,000 and $1,500,000 per year, based on the average revenue generated from 8-12 concerts and private events. The selected proposer will be required to pay the City a percentage of gross sales from alcohol and non-alcoholic beverage sales, as well as food and catering sales. The exact budget will depend on the proposer's pricing and sales strategy.

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