Food Vendors MATI 2025 Food Truck Application – QuestionnaireApplication Deadline: July 11th at 12 AM CST General Guidelines * Food Truck Category: This application is for mobile food vendors i.e., food trucks, trailers, and carts with mobility only. If you operate a tent-based food booth, please do not complete this form. Festival Dates: Food trucks must operate for the full duration of the event from Friday, September 12th - Sunday, September 14th. Specific gate and operating hours will be shared in the official advance. Participation Fee: Food truck placement fees will be communicated directly upon acceptance. Payment in full is required to confirm your participation. Self-Sufficiency Requirement: All food trucks must be entirely self-sufficient, including power, water, lighting, and gray water containment. No festival-provided electricity, water, or lighting will be available. Generators: Only quiet/low-noise generators are allowed. Loud or disruptive models will be required to shut down or leave the site. Permits & Licensing: All food trucks must have valid: - St. Louis City health permits - Food handler certificates - Mobile vending licenses - Proof of general liability insurance (minimum $1M) Copies will be required prior to final load-in confirmation. Check! Application & Selection Process · All applications will be reviewed based on menu offerings, presentation, and compatibility with the overall MATI experience. · Due to limited space, not all applicants will be accepted. · Preference may be given to vendors with prior festival experience or unique food offerings that enhance the festival atmosphere. · If selected, you will receive an acceptance email with next steps and payment details. Check! Food Truck Requirements · Vehicle Dimensions: You must provide exact total length (including hitch), width, and any additional footprint (e.g., serving windows, foldouts). · Set-Up and Load-In: Assigned arrival/load-in times will be included in the advance packet. Trucks must be on-site and fully operational before gates open each day. · Load-Out and Teardown: No early departure or teardown is allowed. Trucks must remain fully operational until festival closure. · Waste Management: - All trucks must dispose of gray water offsite. - Each truck is responsible for keeping its footprint clean and tidy. - Trash must be bagged and placed in designated disposal zones. · Fire Safety:· Trucks must have appropriate fire suppression systems per city code. This will be checked on-site. ·· Staffing & Credentials:· - Each truck will receive up to 4 vendor wristbands for your staff. - These wristbands allow access to your vending area and general admission grounds only. Check! Prohibited Items & Policies · No sale or display of alcohol, CBD, or cannabis-infused products. · No roaming sales permitted. · No amplified sound, flashing lights, or excessive noise from your truck. · Vendors violating safety, health, or event policies will be removed without refund and disqualified from future participation. Check! Weather, Security, and Liability · The event is rain or shine. No refunds for inclement weather. · Overnight security will be on-site; however, Kranzberg Arts Foundation is not responsible for lost or stolen property. · You must maintain insurance coverage throughout the event. Check! Checklist for Selected Vendors Before arriving on-site, you’ll be required to submit: - Proof of Insurance (with Kranzberg Arts Foundation listed as Additional Insured) - Valid STL Health Department Permit - Mobile Vending License - Generator make/model (with decibel level) - Fire extinguisher and suppression system documentation - Staff list (for credential distribution) Check! Marketplace Survey At the end of the festival, all food truck vendors must complete a confidential survey regarding sales and visitor feedback. This helps improve future events and is required for full participation. Check! Food Truck Name: * Business Owner's Full Name: * First Name Last Name Business Address * Address 1 Address 2 City State/Province Zip/Postal Code Country Email * Business Phone Number: * (###) ### #### On-Site Contact name (If different): * On-Site Contact Phone Number: * (###) ### #### Menu & Concept: (Note on artist and crew meals: As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting local vendors and enhancing the festival experience for all involved, we are looking to utilize selected food trucks for crew, production, and artist meal options during the festival. If you can offer budget-friendly options or special menus for this internal use, please let us know in your application. This is not a requirement, but a preference as we explore flexible and inclusive food access for our team.) Describe your food concept: (Include cuisine type and what makes it unique.) List your top 3 best-selling items: Have you previously participated in Music at the Intersection (MATI)? Yes No List other major festivals/events you’ve participated in: Truck & Setup Information Total length of vehicle (including hitch): Do you have any side or rear serving windows or other special needs for clearance? Yes No If yes, please describe: Will you be using a generator? Yes – Quiet/low-noise only No If yes, provide make/model and decibel level of your generator: Do you currently have the following? Valid St. Louis City Health Permit Mobile Vending License Food Handler Certificate(s) General Liability Insurance ($1M min) Fire Suppression System (compliant with STL regulations) Insurance Provider Name: OPERATIONS Are you able to commit to being open and operational for the full duration of the festival (Sept 12–14)? Yes No Are you fully self-sufficient (power, water, waste, lighting)? Yes No Do you have gray water containment and disposal procedures in place? Yes No If Yes, please describe Policies Agreement * Please review and acknowledge the following: - I understand that early load-out or teardown is prohibited. - I will not sell alcohol, cannabis, CBD, or related products. - I will not use amplified sound, flashing lights, or disruptive equipment. - I accept that the event is rain or shine and no refunds will be given. - I understand that my acceptance does not guarantee participation until full payment is received. By checking the box below, you agree to the above terms and confirm that all information provided is accurate. · I agree to the terms and conditions of Music at the Intersection (MATI) 2025. Check! Optional Comments Do you have any special needs, requests, or comments for the festival team? Thank you!
