Management and Operation of Jaycee Park Concession Area and Food Truck Court

The City of Cape Coral is seeking proposals under solicitation 2026-RFP-CM-068-KR for a qualified company to complete the construction, manage, and operate the Concession Area and Food Truck Court at Jaycee Park, located at 4215 SE 20th Place. The scope of work includes the buildout of a 1,100 square foot bistro shell, providing all necessary furnishings and equipment, and managing six fully serviced food truck pads. The selected concessionaire will be responsible for establishing a point-of-sale system to track all sales, performing ongoing maintenance and repairs, and adhering to designated wet and dry zones regarding alcohol consumption. Notably, the use of generators on food trucks is prohibited due to the availability of provided utilities. The proposed agreement features an initial term of 15 years with an option to renew for an additional five years. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal by November 5, 2026, and must include a title page, letter of interest, table of contents, corporate resolution, and current business licenses. Evaluation is based on the best interest of the city, with the qualification and experience of key personnel accounting for 20 percent of the total score. For projects valued at 200,000 dollars or more, performance and payment bonds totaling 100 percent of the construction cost are required. Payments will be issued via ACH, and the contract is subject to annual appropriation by the City Council. All work must comply with standards from agencies such as OSHA, NFPA, and the EPA, with legal venue established in Lee County.