Street Vendor Entrepreneur Support Program

We give money to contractor(s) to assist entrepreneurs who want to become licensed or permitted food vendors in Minneapolis.

Notice of funding availability

Overview

We are seeking contractor(s) to assist entrepreneurs who want to become licensed or permitted food vendors in Minneapolis.

Contractor(s) are responsible for community engagement to locate prospective vendors. Contractors will find vendors in a variety of settings throughout the city such as:

    • Parks
    • Commercial corridors
    • Around lakes

Application

Applications must be emailed to Business and Technical Assistance

Deadline

Proposals are due by 4 p.m. (CDT) on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026.

We have the right to reject any and all applications at our sole discretion. 

Street Vendor Entrepreneur Support Program documents

You can view the notice of funding availability and supporting documents.
See documents

Contact us

Business Technical Assistance Program (B-TAP)

Email B-TAP 

Phone

612-673-5010

Address

Crown Roller Mill Building
105 Fifth Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55401