The City of Chicago Department of Assets, Information & Services (AIS) announced it is inviting food and beverage, retail, arts and other businesses with the qualifications and expertise to apply to operate a concession on the Chicago Riverwalk Community Marketplace for the 2022 Season, beginning next May. This procurement is specifically looking to provide opportunities to businesses offering concession services reflective of the cultural diversity and neighborhoods of the City of Chicago on the Chicago Riverwalk.  The City will host a Pre-Submittal Seminar on October 13, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. City representatives will explain the application process, describe the Community Marketplace program, and answer questions during the call. The Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection is also hosting a webinar on October 12 at 10 a.m. Questions asked during the Pre-Submittal Seminar will be answered and posted on the Riverwalk website. Applications to join the program are due November 8, 2021. Applications are available online at www.chicagoriverwalk.us.