When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due October 1, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 18, 2026.

It was issued by City Of Albany. The work is located in Albany, Georgia, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Craft beverage producers and distributors with commercial production experience. Hospitality and event venue operators experienced in taproom and event management. Integrated facility operators capable of managing beverage production and front-of-house services. Companies with experience serving public-sector or government clients.

Craft Beverage and Event Space Services (Due October 1, 2026)

Overview

Real Estate & Property Management

Albany, Georgia, United StatesPosted: September 5, 2026Deadline: October 1, 2026

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SUMMARY

A government authority in Albany, Georgia seeks an operator for craft beverage production, distribution, taproom, hospitality, and event space services. Vendors may propose production-only, front-of-house, or integrated full-facility operations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have been in continuous business under current company name for a minimum of one year
No principal or owner shall have been declared in default on any commercial contract or lease within the last five years
Key personnel must collectively possess at least five years of professional management experience in commercial beverage or hospitality sectors
Must provide valid Certificate of Incorporation, Organization, or Authority from the Georgia Secretary of State
Must be registered with and participate in the federal E-Verify program
Must maintain Commercial General Liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 annual aggregate
Must possess or obtain a City of Albany Occupational Tax Certificate
Must designate one single Lead Entity if submitting as a team or joint venture
Must attend the mandatory Pre-Proposal Conference

TIMELINE

RFP Release Date: September 1st, 2026

Pre-Proposal Conference: September 9th, 2026, 10:00 AM

In-Person Site Tour: September 9th, 2026 (Post-Meeting)

Written Inquiry Deadline: September 18th, 2026, 5:00 PM

Final RFP Addendum Issued: September 22nd, 2026

Sealed Proposals Due Date: October 1st, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT

QUESTION DEADLINE

September 18, 2026

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Issuing Agency

City Of Albany

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Albany, Georgia is seeking a vendor to provide craft beverage production, distribution, hospitality, and event space services for a purpose-built beverage production and hospitality asset.

The procurement may support a flexible, multi-track operating structure, including a production and distribution operator for back-of-house operations, a taproom, hospitality, and event operator for front-of-house services, or an integrated full-facility operator.

A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2026. Questions must be submitted no later than September 18, 2026, and proposals are due October 1, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due October 1, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 18, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City Of Albany. The work is located in Albany, Georgia, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Craft beverage producers and distributors with commercial production experience
Hospitality and event venue operators experienced in taproom and event management
Integrated facility operators capable of managing beverage production and front-of-house services
Companies with experience serving public-sector or government clients

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