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- REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
TO PROVIDE
CONCESSIONAIRE SERVICE
AT CHESTNUT RIDGE PARK
RFP# 2026-042VF
Date: July 10, 2026
Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation & Forestry
Edward A. Rath County Office Building
95 Franklin Street, Room 1260
Buffalo, NY 14202
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COUNTY OF ERIE, NEW YORK
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (“RFP”) RFP#2026-042VF
To Provide Concessionaire Services at Chestnut Ridge Park
I. INTRODUCTION
The County of Erie, New York (the “County”) is currently seeking proposals from qualified
companies to operate the concessions at Chestnut Ridge Park, with an address of 6121 Chestnut
Ridge Road, Orchard Park, New York 14127.
It is the County's intent to select the proposer that provides the best solution for the County's needs. The
County reserves the right to amend this RFP.
The County reserves the right to reject any or all of the proposals, or any part thereof, submitted in
response to this RFP, and reserves the right to waive informalities, if such action is deemed to be in the
best interest of the County. The County reserves the right to request additional information from any
proposer. The County reserves the right to award negotiated contracts to one or more proposers.
This RFP is not intended and shall not be construed to commit the County to pay any costs incurred in
connection with any proposal or to procure from or contract with any proposer.
The County will only contract with proposers that do not discriminate against employees or applicants
for employment because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status,
sexual orientation, citizenship status or any other status protected by New York State and Federal
laws.
II. PROPOSAL PROCEDURES
A. Anticipated Schedule
The following schedule is for informational purposes only. The County reserves the right to
amend this schedule at any time.
Friday, July 10, 2026
Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Friday, July 31, 2026
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
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B. General Requirements
1. Each proposal shall be prepared simply and economically, avoiding the use of elaborate
promotional materials beyond what is sufficient to provide a complete, accurate and
reliable presentation.
2. One (1) original and three (3) copies shall be submitted. Proposals MUST be
signed. Unsigned proposals will be rejected.
3. Submission of the proposals shall be directed to:
Troy Schinzel, Commissioner
Erie County Department of Parks
95 Franklin Street, Room 1260
Buffalo, New York 14202
All proposals must be delivered to the above office on or before Tuesday, August 11, 2026
at 12:00 P.M. Proposals received after the above date and time will not be considered. The
County is under no obligation to return proposals. Proposals are NOT accepted via Facsimile
or Electronic Mail.
4. Requests for clarification of this RFP must be written and
submitted via e-mail to:
Nicole Ruberto, Deputy Commissioner of Recreation
Erie County Parks, Recreation & Forestry
Nicole.Ruberto@erie.gov
no later than 3:00 PM on Thursday, July 23, 2026.
NO COMMUNICATIONS OF ANY KIND WILL BE BINDING AGAINST THE
COUNTY
5. Proposal finalists may be required to give an oral presentation to the County to clarify or
elaborate on the written proposal. Those proposers will be notified to arrange specific
times.
6. All entities contracting with Erie County must agree to comply with Executive Order 13 (2014),
and the contracting entity must make such records available, upon request, to the County’s
Division of Equal Employment Opportunity for review. All contracting entities will be required
to sign the Erie County Equal Pay Certification attached hereto as Schedule E. The County shall
have the right, upon reasonable notice and at reasonable times, to inspect the books and records
of the contracting entity, its offices and facilities, for the purpose of verifying information
supplied in the Erie County Equal Pay Certification and for any other purpose reasonably related
to confirming the contracting entity’s compliance with Erie County Executive Order No. 13
(2014). Violation of the provisions of Executive Order 13 (2014), which is attached hereto and
made a part hereof, can constitute grounds for the immediate termination of a contract, and may
constitute grounds for determining that a proposer is not qualified to participate in future county
contracts.
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III. SCOPE OF SERVICES
A. Operations
The Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry (“Parks Department”) seeks qualified applicants
to operate the concession facilities at Chestnut Ridge Park in Orchard Park, NY.
Chestnut Ridge Park is a historic, beloved park in Orchard Park, New York. The winter sports season attracts
sledders, skiers, snowshoers, and tobogganers, making it a very popular WNY winter destination.
The successful proposer will enter into an agreement with the County of Erie operate the concession stand as
contemplated herein as the Concessionaire at Chestnut Ridge Park (the “Concessionaire”).
The Concessionaire will operate the concession facilities in strict compliance with rules and regulations set
forth by the Erie County Commissioner of Parks, Recreation & Forestry the “Commissioner”). The
Concessionaire will operate the concession facilities for regular park users but is also encouraged to provide
catering to large groups renting buildings or shelters in the Park for events such birthday parties and family
reunions, upon request.
The Concessionaire at Chestnut Ridge Park will offer food and beverages at the Casino during the winter sports
season. At a minimum, the Concessionaire must offer the following items for sale to park patrons: soft drinks,
candy, coffee, hot chocolate, quick food options such as chicken fingers, pizza, and sandwiches, and other items
as are found in demand by park patrons and approved by the Commissioner.
The Concessionaire may also rent or sell at reasonable rates or prices such items of sporting equipment such as
skis, toboggans, sleds, etc. in first class condition as may be approved by the Commissioner. Vendor must
provide sufficient insurance to cover liability for above items prior to renting/selling them. Insurance
requirements and quality of equipment being rented/sold must be approved by the County.
There shall be no alcoholic or tobacco related items sold or distributed any time on the premises.
The County wishes to make vending machines available to the public on a year-round basis.
a. The Concessionaire may have a maximum of two (2) vending machines. Type of products sold and
exact location of vending machines needs to be approved in advance by the Commissioner. NYS
Sanitary Code, Parts 14 apply to vending operations that offer foods and food products. Responsibilities
to stock and maintain these vending machines are solely that of the Concessionaire and the County
reserves the right to discontinue this practice at any time. The vendor likewise assumes any liability for
damage and/or repairs made to the machines for the length of the contract. Vending machines should
remain in place and stocked through the entirety of the year while the concessionaire is under contract.
Vending machines must fit current electrical configuration and capacity.
b. If the Concessionare does not plan to offer vending machines, the County reserves the right to keep
vending machines onsite under its current vending contract.
As concessionaire of Chestnut Ridge Park Casino, when the Lower End Meeting Room is rented the services of
said concessionaire will be offered by the reservation staff, but exclusive rights to service rentals of the Lower
Room are not guaranteed. Additionally, groups renting the lower room may bring in food/beverages to service
their functions but are not permitted to use any part of concession stand or subsequent equipment.
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The Concessionaire will operate the concession with competent and courteous personnel. All personnel will be
clean and neat in appearance. All personnel working in the concession shall treat the customers and patrons with
courtesy and in a professional manner.
All food and beverages will be handled in a manner consistent with the highest degree of sanitation and care
and follow NYS Sanitary Code, Parts 14. As per Health Department requirements, the concession will be
cleaned and sanitized daily. In addition to compliance with all required rules and regulations, Concessionaire
will be open to suggestions given by Health Department representative as they relate to the sanitary conduct of
business.
The Concessionaire must secure and maintain at its own expense all necessary licenses and permits for the
possession, sale and service of food, beverages, herein specified, and all licenses and permits necessary to the
provision of the services contemplated herein. The Concessionaire shall obtain all necessary licenses and
permits required by law before beginning operation of the concession.
The County of Erie will not be responsible for the installation of water supply, sewer or drain pipes or fixtures
other than maintaining those provided.
The Concessionaire shall furnish at its own expense any additional equipment and/or all refrigerators, coolers,
electrical appliances, ovens, stoves, dishwashers, dishes, cutlery, napkins, cups and any other service and
cleaning equipment necessary for the proper performance of the Concessionaire's obligations. County- owned
equipment will be maintained by the County. See Schedule C attached hereto for a list of County owned
equipment. Approved repairs will be made by a licensed contractor at the County’s expense. Equipment must be
kept in good working conditions.
B. Required Schedule
The Concessionaire is required to keep the stand in the Casino open for business during the winter sports
season. Beginning December 1st through April 15th anytime that the sled and/or toboggan hills are open for use by
the public. Operating hours for such times are listed below:
Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Weekdays 12:00 – 6:00 PM
The Concessionaire may open concessions additional days and hours during spring/summer/fall months
(April 16th-November 30th within park hours), with schedule to be approved in advance by the
Commissioner.
During County-sponsored events, such as Santa Land, the County shall reserve the right to invite additional
vendors and/or food trucks. Efforts will be made to avoid sales of competing/duplicate goods. Additionally, the
County shall allow corporate sponsors of the event to distribute products around the Casino area which may
include food and beverages.
IV. PROPOS AL CONTEN T
Proposals shall be in writing. Proposal format may vary, provided it includes a comprehensive description of
how services meet all requirements as outlined in Section III Scope of Services above and includes all
components listed below in subsections 1-16. All proposals should be comprehensive and address each of the
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following items listed below. Please include additional items (i.e. brochures, menus, graphics, logos, etc.) which
you feel address these requirements and best showcase your experience and ability to meet the needs as
outlined.
1. Rent Proposal: All proposers submitting proposals must include a rent proposal clearly
labeled in a separate sealed envelope with the proposer’s name, due date of proposal, and
labeled (“Concessionaire Services at Chestnut Ridge Park”). The rent proposal must
include only an annual rent proposal. That is, the total rent proposed to be paid annually.
Rent will be paid in two equal installments pursuant to the terms of the agreement
executed between the successful proposer and the County. No other payment scheme will
be considered. Proposals less than $2,000/year rent will not be considered.
2. Menu: The proposal should include a concessions menu with proposed per-item pricing included.
Grill menus should show per-item pricing.
If interested in offering catering services, a banquet menu with a la carte and package options for
larger functions should also be included.
3. Pricing: Prices for such items should be comparable to similar types of facilities and other food
service establishments in the area and offerings should be comparable to those expected to be
available at similar establishments.
4. Payments: Concessionaire should be prepared to take various forms of payment, including credit
cards. The proposal should provide a list of forms of payment the proposer will accept as
Concessionaire.
5. Vending Machines: The proposal should indicate if vending machines will be utilized by
Concessionaire. If vending machines are to be utilized, the proposal should include the proposer’s
plan of use for such machines which must be consistent with the provisions of Section III(A) above.
Note, the availability of vending is not a suitable alternative to service at the Concession facilities.
6. Miscellaneous Items: Should Concessionaire intend to rent or sell sporting equipment consistent
with the provisions of Section III(A) above, the proposal should detail what the proposer intends to
sell and include proposed pricing for such goods.
7. RFP Coversheet: Proposer must return the completed coversheet titled “Chestnut Ridge Park
Concessionaire Services” with their proposal. It is attached hereto as Schedule F.
8. References: The proposal should include three professional references who County may
contact to inquire about similar past/current services provided by proposer. Erie County
departments or employees may not be used as references.
9. Certificate of Incorporation: The proposal should include a copy of the proposer’s
current certificate of incorporation.
10. Additional Information: The proposal should include a thorough description of the proposer,
including its location, years in business, history and philosophy. Include an outline of the proposer’s
ownership, officers, and executive management. A narrative describing the proposer’s capabilities
and unique qualifications, including all pertinent information that would substantiate the proposer’s
capabilities as they pertain to the specified services of this RFP.
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11. Start-Up Plan: The proposal should include a plan describing how proposer will prepare for
operations. Such plan should include a description of any hiring, training, and inventory or
equipment acquisition necessary prior to becoming operational. In addition, the plan should
include a list of inspections, permits, and licenses which need to be secured prior to operation. A
procedure and timeline should be included along with a projected operational date.
12. Financial Capacity: The proposal should include evidence of available capital sufficient in amount
to allow proposer to complete its Start-Up Plan in a timely manner and maintain financial solvency
throughout the contract period.
13. Include the signed Schedule A - Proposer Certification.
14. Include the signed Schedule E - Erie County Equal Pay Certification.
V. STATEM ENT OF RIGHTS
1. UNDERSTANDINGS
Please take notice, by submission of a proposal in response to this Request for Proposals, the proposer agrees
to and understands:
• that any proposal, attachments, additional information, etc. submitted pursuant to this Request for
Proposals constitute merely a suggestion to negotiate with the County of Erie and is not a bid under
Section 103 of the New York State General Municipal Law;
• submission of a proposal, attachments, and additional information shall not entitle the proposer to enter
into an agreement with the County of Erie for the requested services;
• by submitting a proposal, the proposer agrees and understands that the County of Erie is not obligated to
respond to the proposal, nor is it legally bound in any manner whatsoever by submission of same;
• that any and all counter-proposals, negotiations or any communications received by a proposing entity,
its officers, employees or agents from the County, its elected officials, officers, employees or agents,
shall not be binding against the County of Erie, its elected officials, officers, employees or agents unless
and until a formal written agreement for the services sought by this RFP is duly executed by both parties
and approved by the Erie County Legislature and the Office of the Erie County Attorney.
In addition to the foregoing, by submitting a proposal, the proposer also understands and agrees that
the County of Erie reserves the right, and may at its sole discretion exercise, the following rights and
options with respect to this Request for Proposals:
• To reject any or all proposals;
• To issue amendments to this RFP;
• To issue additional solicitations for proposals;
• To waive any irregularities in proposals received after notification to proposers affected;
• To select any proposal as the basis for negotiations of a contract, and to negotiate with one or more of
the proposers for amendments or other modifications to their proposals;
• To conduct investigations with respect to the qualifications of each proposer;
• To exercise its discretion and apply its judgment with respect to any aspect of this RFP, the evaluation
of proposals, and the negotiations and award of any contract;
• To enter into an agreement for only portions (or not to enter into an agreement for any) of the services
contemplated by the proposals with one or more of the proposers;
• To select the proposal that best satisfies the interests of the County and not necessarily on the basis of
price or any other single factor;
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• To interview the proposer;
• To request or obtain additional information the County deems necessary to determine the ability of the
proposer; and
• To modify dates.
All proposals prepared in response to this RFP are at the sole expense of the proposer, and with the express
understanding that there will be no claim, whatsoever, for reimbursement from the County for the expenses of
preparation. The County assumes no responsibility or liability of any kind for costs incurred in the preparation
or submission of any proposal; and
While this is a RFP and not a bid, the County reserves the right to apply the case law under General Municipal
Law § 103 regarding bidder responsibility in determining whether a proposer is a responsible vendor for the
purpose of this RFP process; and
The County is not responsible for any internal or external delivery delays which may cause any proposal to
arrive beyond the stated deadline. To be considered, proposals MUST arrive at the place specified herein and be
time stamped prior to the deadline.
2. EVALUATION: Evaluation criteria are not necessarily listed in order of importance. The County reserves
the right to weigh its evaluation criteria in any manner it deems appropriate.
The following criteria, not necessarily listed in order of importance, will be used to review the proposals.
• Evaluation of the professional qualifications, personal background and resume(s) of
individuals involved in providing services.
• Proposer’s experience to perform the proposed services.
• Proposer’s financial ability to provide the services.
• Evaluation of the proposer’s rent proposal. It should be noted that while price is not the
only consideration, it is an important one.
• A determination that the proposer has submitted a complete and responsive proposal as
required by this RFP.
• An evaluation of the proposer’s projected approach and plans to meet the requirements of
this RFP.
• The proposer’s presentation at and the overall results of any interview conducted with
the proposer.
• Proposers MUST sign the Proposal Certification attached hereto as Schedule “A”.
Unsigned proposals will be rejected.
• Proposers may be required to give an oral presentation to the County to clarify or elaborate on
the written proposal.
• No proposal will be accepted from nor any agreement awarded to any proposer that is in
arrears upon any debt or in default of any obligation owed to the County.
• Additionally, no agreement will be awarded to any proposer that has failed to satisfactorily
perform pursuant to any prior agreement with the County.
3. SELECTION
All Proposals, timely received and complete, will be evaluated and ranked by a selection committee
comprised of County staff and stakeholders. The evaluation is based on the written proposals using a
numerical score sheet. Interviews or demonstrations are generally not conducted but may be called
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where determined to be appropriate for the evaluation.
4. CONTRACT PERIOD AND TERM
The contract term shall be for an initial three (3) years, commencing on or about November 1, 2026.
5. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COUNTY
The County will pay for electricity and natural gas to be consumed in operating the concession and will furnish
all necessary and adequate rubbish and garbage receptacles for the use of the Concessionaire, which shall be
removed by Parks Department employees.
6. INSURANCE
Insurance shall be procured by the Concessionaire before commencing work and maintained without
interruption for the duration of the contract. The Concessionaire shall furnish an Insurance Certificate
complying with County requirements, naming the “County of Erie” as an additional insured. A copy of the
County’s insurance requirements are attached hereto as Schedule D.
Concessionaire shall furnish an Insurance Certificate for extended coverage or all-risk coverage for the building
and County-owned property therein, naming the “County of Erie” as well as the Concessionaire as the Insured.
7. CONTRACT
After selection of the successful proposer, a formal written agreement will be prepared by the County of Erie
and will not be binding until signed by both parties and, if necessary, approved by the Erie County Legislature
and the Office of the County Attorney.
NO RIGHTS SHALL ACCRUE TO ANY PROPOSER BY THE FACT THAT A
PROPOSAL HAS BEEN SELECTED BY THE COUNTY FOR SUBMISSION TO THE
ERIE COUNTY LEGISLATURE FOR APPROVAL. THE APPROVAL OF SAID
LEGISLATURE MAY BE NECESSARY BEFORE A VALID AND BINDING
CONTRACT MAY BE EXECUTED BY THE COUNTY.
8. INDEMNIFICATION
The proposer accepts and agrees that language in substantially the following form will be included in the
contract between the proposer and the County:
In addition to, and not in limitation of the insurance requirements contained herein:
The Concessionaire agrees that except for the amount, if any, of damage contributed to, caused by, or resulting
from the negligence of the County, the Concessionaire shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the County,
its officers, employees, and agents from and against the Concessionaire’s proportional share of liability,
damage, claim, demand, cost, judgment, fee, attorneys’ fees, or loss which the County may sustain, be subject
to, or be caused to incur because of or as a result of (a) any wrongful act, error, or omission of the
Concessionaire or third-parties under the direction or control of the Concessionaire; or (b) any willful
misconduct of the Concessionaire or third parties under the direction or control of the Concessionaire; or (c) any
infringement of any claimed copyright or patent right of designs, plans, drawings, or specifications furnished by
the Concessionaire or its sub-Concessionaire.
Nothing contained herein shall create or give third parties any claim or right of action against the
County or the Concessionaire beyond such as may legally exist without regard to this provision.
9. NON-COLLUSION
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The proposer, by signing the proposal, does hereby warrant and represent that any ensuing agreement has not
been solicited, secured or prepared directly or indirectly, in a manner contrary to the laws of the State of New
York and the County of Erie, and that said laws have not been violated and shall not be violated as they relate to
the procurement or the performance of the agreement by any conduct, including the paying or the giving of any
fee, commission, compensation, gift, gratuity or consideration of any kind, directly or indirectly, to any County
employee, officer or official.
10.CONFLICT OF INTEREST
All proposers must disclose with their proposals the name of any officer, director or agent who is also an
employee of the County of Erie. Further, all proposers must disclose the name of any County employee who
owns, directly or indirectly, an interest of ten percent or more in the firm or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates.
There shall be no conflicts in existence during the term of any contract with the County. The existence of a
conflict shall be grounds for termination of a contract.
11.COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
By submitting a proposal, the proposer represents and warrants that it is familiar with all federal, state and local
laws and regulations and will conform to said laws and regulations. The preparation of proposals, selection of
proposers and the award of contracts are subject to provisions of all Federal, State and County laws, rules and
regulations.
12.CONTENTS OF PROPOSAL
The New York State Freedom of Information Law as set forth in Public Officers Law, Article 6, Sections 84 et
seq., mandates public access to government records. However, proposals submitted in response to this RFP may
contain technical, financial background or other data, public disclosure of which could cause substantial injury
to the proposer's competitive position or constitute a trade secret. Proposers who have a good faith belief that
information submitted in their proposals is protected from disclosure under the New York Freedom of
Information Law shall insert the following notice in the front of its proposal:
“NOTICE The data on pages___ of this proposal identified by an asterisk (*) contains technical or
financial information constituting trade secrets or information the disclosure of which would result in
substantial injury to the proposer’s competitive position. The proposer requests that such information be
used only for the evaluation of the proposal, but understands that any disclosure will be limited to the
extent that the County considers proper under the law. If the County enters into an agreement with this
proposer, the County shall have the right to use or disclose such information as provided in the
agreement, unless otherwise obligated by law.”
And clearly identify the pages of the proposals containing such information by typing in bold face on the top of
each page "THE PROPOSER BELIEVES THAT THIS INFORMATION IS PROTECTED FROM
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE STATE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION LAW."
The County assumes no liability for disclosure of information so identified, provided that the County has made
a good faith legal determination that the information is not protected from disclosure under applicable law or
where disclosure is required to comply with an order or judgment of a court of competent jurisdiction.
The contents of the proposal, which is accepted by the County, except portions "Protected from Disclosure",
may become part of any agreement resulting from this RFP.
VI. EFFECTIVE PERIOD OF PROPOSALS
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All proposals must state the period for which the proposal shall remain in effect (i.e. how much time
does the County have to accept or reject the proposal under the terms proposed). Such period shall
not be less than 180 days from the proposal date.
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SCHEDULE “A”: PROPOSER CERTIFICATION
All Proposals must include a signed Proposer Certification.
The undersigned agrees and understands that this proposal and all attachments, additional
information, etc. submitted herewith constitute merely an offer to negotiate with the County of
Erie (the “County”) and is NOT A BID. Submission of this proposal, attachments, and additional
information shall not obligate or entitle the proposing entity to enter into an agreement with the
County for the required services. The undersigned agrees and understands that the County is not
obligated to respond to this proposal nor is it legally bound in any manner whatsoever by the
submission of same. Further, the undersigned agrees and understands that any and all proposals
and negotiations shall not be binding or valid against the County, its directors, officers, employees
or agents unless an agreement is signed by a duly authorized officer and, if necessary, approved
by the Erie County Legislature and the Office of the County Attorney.
It is understood and agreed that the County reserves the right to reject consideration of any
and all proposals including, but not limited to, proposals which are conditional or incomplete. It
is further understood and agreed that the County reserves all rights specified in the Request for
Proposals (RFP).
It is understood and agreed that the undersigned, prior to entering into an agreement with
the County, will provide proof of insurance in accordance with the instructions herein.
It is represented and warranted by those submitting this proposal that except as disclosed
in the proposal, no officer or employee of the County of Erie is directly or indirectly a party to or
in any other manner interested in this proposal or any subsequent service agreement that may be
entered into.
Proposer Company Name
By:
Name and Title
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SCHEDULE “B”: FACILITY INFORMATION
Casino Exterior and Surrounding Area
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Casino Interior
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Casino Kitchen and Counter
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SCHEDULE “C”: ERIE COUNTY CASINO EQUIPMENT
1. Pizza conveyor
2. 3-bay sink
3. Tables and chairs
4. 6-burner stove/oven*
5. Upright refrigerator/freezer*
6. Upright refrigerator*
7. Beverage-Air wheeled refrigerator*
8. APW wyott hot dog roller*
9. Maxx Cold double-door undercounter freezer*
10. Magikitch’n deep fryer*
11. Griddle*
12. Electro Freeze frozen dessert machine*
13. Freezer chest*
14. Walk-in cooler*
*Indicates equipment left by previous vendor, which remains onsite and available for
successful proposer to use in “as is” condition, if so desired. County is not responsible for
maintaining or replacing this equipment; equipment can be moved/removed upon request.
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SCHEDULE “ D” - Erie County Insurance Requirements
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SCHEDULE “E”: ERIE COUNTY EQUAL PAY CERTIFICATION
In order to comply with Executive Order 13 dated November 6, 2014, we hereby certify that we
are in compliance with federal law, including the Equal Pay Act of 1963, Title VII of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, Federal Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965 and New York State
Labor Law Section 194 (together “Equal Pay Law”). The average compensation for female
employees is not consistently below the average compensation for male employees, taking into
account mitigating factors. We understand that this certification is a material component of this
contract. Violation of the provisions of Executive Order 13, which is attached hereto and made a
part hereof, can constitute grounds for the immediate termination of this contract and may
constitute grounds for determining that a proposer/bidder is not qualified to participate in future
county contracts.
We have evaluated wages and benefits to ensure compliance with the Federal Equal Pay Law.
Signature
Verification
STATE OF )
COUNTY OF ) SS:
A)
, being duly sworn, states he or she is the
owner of (or a partner in) , and is making the
foregoing Certification and that the statements and representations made in the Certification are
true to his or her own knowledge.
B)
, being duly sworn, states that he or she is the
Name of Corporate Officer , of
, Title of Corporate Officer Name of Corporation the
enterprise making the foregoing Certification, that he or she has read the Certification and knows
its contents, that the statements and representations made in the Certification are true to his or her
own knowledge, and that the Certification is made at the direction of the Board of Directors of the
Corporation.
Sworn to before me this
Day of , 20
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Schedule “F” RFP COVERSHEET
RFP# 2026-042VF: Concessionaire Services at Chestnut Ridge Park
Please provide an attachment if more space is needed. Please attach all required proposal components beneath
this cover sheet. Please clearly label each page with corresponding item on this cover sheet.
Proposer Name
Contact Person
Mailing Address
Phone Number
Email
Website
Federal Employer ID# (FEIN)
Is agency debarred/suspended from receiving funds/doing
business with the Federal government?
Please provide DUNS #, if available
Is an agency a Certified Minority Business Enterprise/
Women’s Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE)? If yes, please
provide the Erie County MBE/WBE Certification letter as
attachment.
Is agency a Veteran-Owned Business? If yes, please provide
the letter indicating their company is 51% or more veteran-owned
as attachment.
Name, title, and department of any employee or officer who
was an employee or officer of Erie County within the 12
months immediately prior to the proposal, if applicable:
List of all prime and subcontractors that your agency does
business with:
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Schedule “G” RENT PROPOSAL
RFP# 2026-042VF: Concessionaire Services at Chestnut Ridge Park
All proposers must include a rent proposal clearly labeled in a separate sealed envelope with the proposer’s name,
due date of proposal, and labeled (“Concessionaire Services at Chestnut Ridge Park”). The rent proposal must
include only an annual rent proposal. That is, the total rent proposed to be paid annually. Rent will be paid in two
equal installments pursuant to the terms of the agreement executed between the successful proposer and the County.
No other payment scheme will be considered. Proposals less than $2,000/year rent will not be considere
Proposed Annual Fee Per Year: $
Chestnut Ridge Concession RFP#2026-042VF
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Schedule “H” PROPOSAL CHECKLIST
RFP# 2026-042VF: Concessionaire Services at Chestnut Ridge Park
Not required as part of your proposal, but to use as a guide to ensure you have completed all aspects of the RFP.
1 original and 3 copies submitted
Schedule A (Proposer Certification)
Schedule E (Erie County Equal Pay Certification)
Schedule F (RFP Coversheet)
Schedule G (Rent Proposal) in separate sealed
envelope
Certificate of Insurance
Certificate of Incorporation
Concessions Menu with Pricing
Catering/Banquet Menu with Pricing (optional)
3 Professional References (NO County employees)
Proposer’s Narrative (experience,
ownership/management, qualifications, etc.)
Start-Up Plan
Financial Capacity
- Page Type
- rfps
- Bid Number
- RFP-purchasing-sites-www3.erie.gov.purchasing-files-2026-07-2026-042vf-rfp-chestnut-ridge-concession-2026
- Department
- PARKS, RECREATION & FORESTRY
- Opening Date
- Tuesday, August 11, 2026
- Pdf Enriched
- Yes
