Greetings from Carbondale Tourism,host of the Carbondale Eclipse Marketplace in downtown Carbondale. We appreciate your interest in our total eclipse activities. All vendors wishing to sell at the Eclipse Marketplace must apply and be approved to participate as a vendor.

Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee you a space in the marketplace. All vendor applications will be reviewed and carefully considered, as space is limited to this unique event. After review, applicants will be notified by phone or email as to the status of their application within two weeks. Incomplete applications will not be considered, so please ensure to review the attached checklist.

Marketplace hours will be on Saturday and Sunday from 11a.m-8p.m and Monday from 8a.m-3p.m. The marketplace will be located in the parking lot of First Mid Illinois Bank, 509 S. University Ave in downtown Carbondale. Set-up for the marketplace begins at 7am Saturday, August 19th with tear down no earlier then 3:00pm on Monday, August 21, 2017. The deadline to apply is April 30, 2017.

Things to consider when submitting your application:

  • Vendor space is limited, so apply early
  • Proof of retail business registration with the State of Illinois
  • Proof of general liability insurance coverage
  • Alcohol sales are not allowed in the marketplace by vendors
  • Water and electrical hook-ups are limited

Please contact us with questions or concerns about any of the items listed above.

Thank you again for your interest in the Carbondale Eclipse Marketplace in Downtown Carbondale. We look forward to receiving your application.

Cinnamon Smith

Executive Director

Carbondale Tourism

(618) 529-4451

Carbondale Eclipse Marketplace Vendor Application

Business Name ______FEIN Tax ID # ______Business Phone ______MailingAddress______City______State_____ Zip______Website/Facebook ______Email ______

Applicant Name ______Contact Phone #______Fax#______MailingAddress______City______State______Zip______Email ______

VENDOR RATES

Vendor Rates are on a sliding scale based on reported sales. Each vending location is a 15x15 area with one additional space for vehicle parking in an adjacent parking lot. Vendors requiring larger spaces will need to reserve multiple spaces at the pricing listed below.

Anticipated Daily Sales: / <$200 / $201-$1000 / >$1000
Daily Fee: / $50 / $100 / $200

All vendors are responsible to submit ainventory product listing or menu with prices prior to set-up in the marketplace. It is the law that vendors report and submit sales tax for products sold in the marketplace.

RENTALS, ELECTRICITY, AND WATER

The marketplace has several tents, tables, and chairs available for those looking to rent:

10x10 Tent= $125 per day, tie-downs included

8ft table w/2 chairs= $35 per day

Electricity and water hook-ups are charged per day to those vendors requesting them:

Electricity hook-up = $125 per day for 20amp, additional charge for amp increase

* Electrical Material (extension cords, power strips, etc.) are not provided

Water hook-up = $25 per day

* Water hoses are not provided

INSURANCE INFORMATION

All vendors must provide proof of liability insurance and Illinois business registration prior to vending at the marketplace. Policy minimum is $300,000 for non-food, $1,000,000 for food.

Insurance provider: ______Policy number:______Expiration:______*Please attach a copy of your policy with this application packet *

SIGNATURE OF UNDERSTANDING

I have read and agree to follow all Carbondale Eclipse Marketplace policies. I understand that failure to abide by the marketplace policies may result in the loss of vendor privileges. As a participant in the Carbondale Eclipse Marketplace, I also agree to assume the full risk of all damages and or injuries that result from the above-mentionedvending opportunities. All items being sold comply with all state and federal rules.

Signature of applicant______Date______

Printed name of the applicant______

Mail Application To:

Carbondale Tourism, Attn: Eclipse Marketplace, 126 S. Illinois Ave, Carbondale IL 62901

*Check or money order made out to: Carbondale Tourism

APPLICATION CHECK LIST*

  • Completed application package
  • A copy of your certificate of liability insurance
  • A copy of ALL certifications, licenses, permits, etc. related to your market merchandise/booth
  • Menu/ detailed list of food or products for sale
  • A short, one paragraph bio about your business, logo, a photo or short video, and any links to personal website for the webpage.
  • Attached photo of example of artisan craft goods for sale

*Incomplete applications will not be accepted *