MRB-55421 - USA (Washington) - GLOBAL - Farmer’s Market Program and Specialty Kitchen Operation Service - Deadline August 5,2026

(1) Vendor needs to provide farmer’s market program and specialty kitchen operation service. – Provide manage and operate programs and facilities comparable and complexity to the farmers market program and specialty kitchen.– Farmers market or community market management.– Maintain and regularly update an active online presence, including social media platforms and a dedicated website, ensuring timely and accurate information.– Lead all marketing efforts for the farmers market program, including social media, digital content, email communications, and on–site promotional materials, in alignment with city branding guidelines.– Event management, community programming, or similar operational services.– Serve as the primary operator and administrator of the farmers market program, with responsibility for overall program management, day–to–day operations, and long–term success.– Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of all market activities, ensuring a high–quality experience for vendors, customers, and community partners.– Develop and implement a comprehensive seasonal marketing and communications plan to promote market attendance, vendor participation, and overall program visibility.– Develop and implement an annual operations plan outlining vendor strategy, programming, marketing approach, and performance goals for each market season.– Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors, sponsors, community partners, and stakeholders.– Utilize and manage market management systems for vendor coordination, scheduling, communications, and recordkeeping.– Plan, coordinate, and implement engaging and diverse programming integrated into regular market operations to enhance customer experience and increase attendance.– Actively recruit and retain a diverse mix of vendors, including agricultural producers, prepared food vendors, artisans, and value–added food businesses, to ensure a vibrant and balanced market.– Manage all vendor billing, invoicing, and payment collection, and maintain accurate financial and vendor records.– Develop, publish, and manage annual and seasonal vendor applications using a digital platform. (2) Mandatory pre–bid site walkthrough will be held on July 28, 2026.