Becoming a concessionaire at our parks or centers offers an incredible opportunity to connect with a wide range of people who visit for relaxation, recreation, and rejuvenation. Parks and recreation centers attract locals, tourists, families, and individuals seeking a break from their daily routines. As a concessionaire, you have the unique chance to enhance their experience by offering refreshments, souvenirs, or even recreational activities.

By becoming a concessionaire, you gain access to a captive audience that is already in a positive, leisurely mindset. Your products or services can easily become part of their enjoyment and valuable memories. There are several potential avenues for concessionaire at our parks and centers, depending on the location's specific regulations and your desired business model. Some common options include:

1. Food and Beverage: Offering a range of delectable snacks, refreshing beverages, and light meals can be highly profitable when done right. From ice cream trucks to mobile coffee shops, there are endless possibilities to satisfy the taste buds of park visitors.
2. Retail: Parks often attract visitors who seek unique souvenirs or locally crafted products. Setting up a retail stall where visitors can purchase park-inspired merchandise, handmade crafts, or outdoor gear can be a rewarding business venture.
3. Activity and Recreation: Parks are the perfect backdrop for activities such as guided tours and yoga classes. If you have a passion for a specific leisure activity, turning it into a vending opportunity can be both fulfilling and financially rewarding.

Below you will find all the necessary details and requirements to guide you through the application process. Please complete the Concessionaire Application and provide all the following documentation as applicable:

• State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation License(s).
• City of Ocala Occupational License(s).
• Additional Certifications appropriate for services to be provided.
• Photograph of equipment to be utilized in the provision of concession services.
• Insurance and Indemnification Form signed by Concessionaire.
• Certificate of Liability Insurance showing the City of Ocala as the Certificate Holder and in the amounts provided on the Insurance and Indemnification Form.
• Completed Florida Instant Search background screen(s) at https://cchinet.fdle.state.fl.us/ for any proposed employees/assistants with a copy of photo ID. You will be required to pay for all background checks.

Email completed applications to RPBusiness@OcalaFl.Gov. Any incomplete applications or applications missing the required documentation will be denied. Once your application is received; you will receive an email from the City of Ocala. This email will provide you with a link to your Xplor account, which will allow you to pay your $50 non-refundable deposit online.

PDF: Concessionaire Application