Wedding and Event Catering Services
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RFP released on March 24th, 2026.
Proposals due by April 28th, 2026.
Current operator's contract expires on September 23rd, 2026.
New contract anticipated to begin on September 24th, 2026.
Issuing Agency
City Of New London
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DESCRIPTION
The government authority in New London, Connecticut is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive wedding and event catering services. The selected provider will deliver a full range of food and beverage offerings for various event spaces, including Port 'n Starboard, the Pilot House, Nautilus Room, Pavilion, and the Sandbar Cafe.
Events held at these venues include weddings, birthday celebrations, holiday parties, corporate functions, community gatherings, and other private or public occasions. In addition to catering, the vendor is expected to develop and implement a marketing strategy to promote event services, manage venue bookings, and enhance visibility to attract a diverse range of clients. Examples of prior advertising and marketing materials and a plan for effective promotion are required, demonstrating the proposer’s capability to market and manage event spaces successfully.
Source attribution
This Settle analysis is based on the issuing organization’s public RFP listing.