Alcohol Vendor Services for the Tuscaloosa River Market

The City of Tuscaloosa requests proposals from qualified onshore U.S. businesses to provide alcohol vendor services for the Tuscaloosa River Market. The selected vendor must operate all bars for approximately 170 annual events, provide bar staff and training adhering to the responsible vendor's program, and supply all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage inventories, service equipment, and extra ice for larger events. The contractor must obtain a special events retail alcohol license for the venue, maintain required liability insurance, and be prepared to begin work by April 1, 2027. Applicants must submit a proposal of up to five pages—including business experience, qualifications, equipment photos, and a drink price list—via email to Alexis Clark by 10:00 am CST on December 3, 2026.