License to Operate Concession Stands at Wheelock Park, Keene, NH

The City of Keene is seeking a vendor to operate concession stands at Wheelock Park. The contract includes the operation of two concession stands, one at Durling Field and the other at the Cal Ripken fields. The vendor will be responsible for providing food and beverages to the public during events and games. However, the sole bid submitted by The Shack was rejected due to various reasons, and the City is now considering alternative arrangements, including working with the Cal Ripken league to bring their stand back to minimal operations and potentially allowing food trucks to operate during tournaments. • The contract was posted on February 12, 2018, and bids were due by March 7, 2018. • The City received only one bid, which was submitted by The Shack. • The bid was rejected due to the vendor's concerns about revenue generation and the time investment required to make the Cal Ripken stand feasible. • The City is now considering alternative arrangements, including working with the Cal Ripken league and potentially allowing food trucks to operate during tournaments.