What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe City of Snoqualmie invites proposals from onshore USA businesses or organizations to rent City-owned property at Gateway Park for an independently operated seasonal tree sales lot. The selected operator will manage, fund, and establish the operation from approximately November 24, 2026, through January 15, 2027, and must pay a competitive rental amount, a $2,500 security deposit, and a 12.84% leasehold excise tax. Applicants must submit a written proposal detailing operating experience, proposed operations, requested dates, utility and site plans, and the total rental amount offered to Brady Begin at [email protected] by 5:00 PM PST on November 3, 2026. All questions and property viewing requests must be submitted by 5:00 PM PST on October 30, 2026. The City will evaluate proposals based on the offered rental amount, site compatibility, operating experience, feasibility, and demands on City resources.
Scope of work
- Establishing, managing, and funding a seasonal tree sales lot operation
- Seasonal tree sales and permitted related merchandise
- Provision of temporary structures, signage, vehicle access, customer parking, and deliveries
- Arrangements for utilities, restrooms, waste disposal, security, cleanup, and site restoration
- Obtaining and paying for all required licenses, permits, insurance, and approvals
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Rental amount offered, including its relationship to fair market rental value | Not specified |
| Compatibility with the site and surrounding uses | Not specified |
| Operating experience | Not specified |
| Feasibility | Not specified |
| Demands on City resources | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Relevant operating experience
- Ability to obtain and pay for all required licenses, permits, insurance, and approvals
Documents to include with your response
- Applicant name, business or organization name, contact information, and operating experience
- Description of proposed operation including merchandise and activities
- Requested occupancy dates, operating days, and operating hours
- Basic site plan showing sales areas, structures, signage, access, parking, and deliveries
- Proposed arrangements for utilities, restrooms, waste disposal, security, cleanup, and site restoration
- Total rental amount offered and any City services or accommodations requested
How to submit
- Method
- Instructions
- Submit brief written proposals to Brady Begin, Economic Development & Human Services Coordinator, by 5:00 PM, PST, Tuesday, November 3, 2026.