Denver Arts & Venues (DAV) is seeking proposals for an exclusive malt beverage marketing partner. The partnership will grant exclusive marketing rights for malt beverages and hard ciders at various city-owned venues for a 5-year term. Proposals are due August 31, 2026. Key evaluation criteria include the sponsorship plan and pricing proposal. Questions are due August 5, 2026.
The deadline for proposal submissions is August 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM MST.
Pricing proposals should include an annual partnership fee and any additional financial compensation or product/service trade. Specific payment schedules are detailed in Exhibit B of the sample contract.
The document does not explicitly state a warranty period for the partnership itself, but insurance coverage is required during the term of the agreement and any warranty period.
Proposals will be evaluated based on the sponsorship plan and the pricing proposal, which includes the annual sponsorship fee, marketing initiatives, and product trade.
Proposers must submit a detailed proposal including a partnership plan, product/service plan, pricing proposals, and at least three references. They must also sign and return the RFP front page and sample contract approval.
The document mentions that offering or accepting gratuities or kickbacks is a breach of ethical standards and will result in disqualification. Failure to comply with Denver wage laws can also result in penalties.
Questions regarding the bid process and proposal content are due by August 5, 2026, by 12 PM MT.
Risks include altering or erasing proposal pages, failing to complete all requested information, submitting more than one proposal, not obtaining prior written permission for affiliations, and offering gratuities or kickbacks.
