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Council backs moving forward with new Center Place catering contract after RFP; Inland Northwest recommended

Spokane Valley City Council · April 7, 2026
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Summary

Staff recommended awarding an exclusive catering contract for Center Place to Inland Northwest Catering after an RFP, tasting and interview process; council gave consensus to return April 21 with a motion to award. The proposed contract includes a tiered commission (city share starts at 21%).

City staff told the Spokane Valley City Council April 7 that Inland Northwest Catering was unanimously recommended by a six‑member evaluation committee after a written review, tasting exercise and interviews.

Parks Director John Bothelli said the RFP required an executive chef, dedicated sales staff for Center Place,…

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