Spring Market Vendor Application
Thank you for your interest in participating in our Spring Market! Please fill out the form below to reserve your spot. We look forward to seeing you there!
1. Vendor Set-Up & Breakdown
2. Booth Space, Cost, & Setup
3. Product Guidelines
4. Health & Safety
5. Waste Disposal
6. Electrical Needs
7. Sales Tax
8. Liability & Insurance
9. Market Hours
10. Conduct & Behavior
11. Parking
12. Weather Conditions
1. Vendor Set-Up & Breakdown
- Vendors must set up their booths by 8:30 AM, Saturday, April 26th, and be ready for business when the market opens.
- Vendors must remain open until the market closes. Early breakdowns are not allowed.
- Vendors are responsible for their own booth setup, including tents, tables, and any other display equipment.
2. Booth Space, Cost, & Setup
- Each vendor will be assigned a booth space (approx. 15' x 10') inside or outside the East parking lot. Vendors must stay within their designated area at all times.
- Vendors should ensure their setup is safe and secure to avoid hazards.
- Tents are required for all outdoor vendors. Please bring your own, as they will not be provided.
- Approved vendors will not be required to pay a fee to supply a booth. However, they are encouraged to give a charitable donation to BridgePoint Church.
3. Product Guidelines
- Only approved items may be sold; all products must be clearly labeled with prices.
- No illegal, offensive, or inappropriate items may be sold. They must be family-friendly.
- Vendors should comply with all local, state, and federal product regulations.
4. Health & Safety
- Vendors must follow all local health and safety codes, including applicable COVID-19 guidelines.
- Food vendors must have the appropriate permits and certifications to serve food at public events.
5. Waste Disposal
- Vendors must clean up their booth area at the end of the market and dispose of trash properly. Please use designated trash and recycling bins.
6. Electrical Needs
- Vendors requiring electricity must request it ahead of time and bring their extension cords. BridgePoint will not have any extension cords to use.
- Electrical equipment must be safely set up to avoid hazards.
- Access to electricity is limited based on a "first come, first serve rule. It is recommended that you use an alternative power source if you can.
- Generators or other equipment that emit fumes or loud noises are not permitted inside or near the church building. They may only be used outdoors, at least 50 feet from the building.
7. Sales Tax
- Vendors are responsible for collecting and remitting their own sales tax. Please ensure you have the appropriate tax certificate.
8. Liability & Insurance
- Vendors must sign a liability waiver, releasing the event organizers from responsibility for any damage, theft, or injury.
- Vendors may be required to carry insurance and liability, particularly for food vendors or those with large structures.
- For entrepreneurs under 18 years of age, BridgePoint may require or recommend that they obtain a one-day liability policy (also known as Farmer’s Market Insurance).
9. Market Hours
- Vendors must observe the event hours and remain at their booths for the entire duration of the market.
- Late arrivals or early departures may result in being excluded from future events.
10. Conduct & Behavior
- Vendors must maintain a respectful attitude toward other vendors, guests, and staff.
- Aggressive sales tactics, offensive language, or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. You will be asked to leave the premises.
- BridgePoint Church reserves the right to remove any vendor or customer from the premises at its discretion.
11. Parking
- Vendors will be assigned ONE designated parking space in advance. Please do not park in customer parking spaces.
12. Weather Conditions
- The market will be held rain or shine, so please be prepared for the weather conditions.
- In the case of severe weather (e.g., lightning, hurricanes), the market may be canceled or rescheduled.