How Does the Oregon State Fair Select Concessionaires?
During the run of the Fair, there are usually about 65 food stands open. About 15 of those stands are contracted to the year-round concessions company that has a long-term contract with OSFEC. This leaves approximately 50 food stands to be offered to private companies, non-profit enterprises, or corporate food concession companies for the purpose of selling food or drinks to the public during the eleven day run of the Fair. OSFEC grants a License to do Business to concessionaires who qualify. Most food stands have pre-determined menus for the purpose of maintaining an appropriate balance of food types, desserts, etc., in specific locations. The term for each License to do Business is one Fair season. However, at the discretion of OSFEC, Licensees may be offered a renewal up to 4 times. This means that some concessionaires may be here for up to five consecutive years before needing to apply again. Applications are not sent out until a particular food stand becomes available – OSFEC will
