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PLEASE NOTE: You must supply your own fire extinguisher and weights for your tent. Also, your tent must have a label that shows its fire rating. If you do not follow all guidelines, you will be asked to leave and no refunds will be given, Everyone will receive spots on a first come, first serve basis. All booths must be ready to sell by 9am and must stay open till the market closes . You must put all your garbage in the dumpster. 

HOLD HARMLESS & INDEMNIFICATION 

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Vendor Participant on the property is located at NIA Foundation hereby agree to indemnify, release and hold harmless the employees, affiliates, occupants, tenants, contractors, servants, independent contractors and any agents whatsoever of the NIA Foundation & Italian American Foundation Market this included but is not limited to any agent acting on their behalf of all locations and immediate surroundings in Collier County FL against any and all rights, actions, causes of actions, suites, losses, misinterpretations, errors, damages, judgments, claims, claims of liability, cost and expenses of any kind, including attorney and court fees of a trial or on any appeal. This also includes any actions from the above mentioned employees, affiliates, occupants, tenants, contractors, servants, independent contractors and any agents whatsoever of the NIA Foundation that results in death, personal injury or damage to personal property that may result from the participation of any event taking place at the NIA Foundation & Italian American Foundation Market or event venue being operated by it's affiliates. I hereby also agree that in the event I am unable to participate in any said event for whatever reason that I will not seek damages or reimbursement from the employees, affiliates, occupants, tenants, contractors, servants, independent contractors and any agents whatsoever of the NIA Foundation or Italian American Foundation Market or any of its affiliate agents. 

I hereby acknowledge by reading this that I am a qualified business owner and hold proper insurances, as well as current operating and business licenses within the said county and state and will provide proof of such if required. I acknowledge that lack of proof of proper operating documentation may result in immediate termination or immediate dismissal from the market.  And by completing my application I certify that I have fully read and understand and will cooperate with the contents of the application, prices, terms and conditions and rules of the participating market. 

TERMS & CONDITIONS (Rules & Regulations) 

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Emergencies shall be reported promptly to 911 and then the incident is to be reported thereafter to the Market Manager via text message or voice call to 239-384-1910 

Inquiries and incidents will be handled accordingly by the market manager. 

Attention Vendors for the Summer 2024 indoor/outdoor market: 

Vendor setup begins 1.5 hours before the market starts. Setup schedules will be enforced if necessary. Vendors are required to swiftly unload vehicles and relocate them to assigned parking areas BEFORE setting up. Vendor parking is designated in the last aisle of the parking lot (refer to the map). During the outdoor market, no vendor parking is permitted behind tents unless approved in advance by the Market Manager, restricted only to food vendors operating from their vehicles or disabled individuals. All vehicles must be relocated to the designated parking area 1 hour before market begins. 

Vendors must be prepared to operate from the designated opening time until the closing time without exception. Strict enforcement will be applied, and late arrivals may be turned away or relocated to an alternate spot if space allows. Early departures must be arranged in advance by contacting the Market Manager before market day. 

Vendors are required to clean their areas thoroughly, leaving them in a broom-clean condition. Each vendor is responsible for disposing of their own trash and should bring suitable trash containers for this purpose. Trash related to the market may be disposed of in the designated dumpsters. You must have the Market Manager check your space before departure. Failure to comply may result in the removal of that vendor from the market for future events.

If returns or credits are not accepted, this policy must be prominently displayed for customers. Otherwise, sales are conducted at your own risk, and customers may anticipate returns or credits. 

Personal items and boxes must be stored out of sight at all times. Table coverings must extend to the ground; plastic coverings are not allowed. 

Vendors must provide their own tent and tables. It is mandatory for all vendors to properly secure their tents with sufficient weights. Each corner of your tent should have weights of at least 15 lbs. If you do not have appropriate weights, you will not be

permitted to set up. Tent sizes should be 10x10 and must fit within your allocated space and align with adjacent vendors. 

Payments are required one week in advance for the upcoming event. Failure to submit payment before the current month begins will result in being unable to set up. Payments made are non-refundable under any circumstances. In the event of the Farmers Market’s cancellation, partial refunds may be considered solely at the discretion of authorized affiliates for vendors who have paid the month in full. 

All Farmers Market participants are obligated to promote the foundation positively and professionally at all times, both on-site and off-site. Any negative behavior towards the foundation, other vendors or customers may lead to immediate termination. In case of conflict, vendors must promptly contact the Market Manager. 

Vendors must carry a copy of Personal and Product Liability Insurance, County Operating License, FL Dept. of Revenue, and FL Dept. of Agriculture (if applicable) or DBPR licensing at all times during market operations, or they may not be permitted to operate. The appropriate operating license should be readily available in case of state inspections. Cottage Law bakers must ensure all products are properly labeled. Sampling of products is at the discretion of the participant and should comply with federal and state regulations, including food safety measures. 

Venue affiliates reserve the right to modify the layout, terms and conditions, or any aspect of the market at any time, with or without prior notice. Advertisement and vendor participation are subject to the sole discretion of the Naples Italian American Foundation. Vendor exclusivity is not guaranteed. While the Foundation will promote and advertise the Farmers Market, vendors are encouraged to actively promote their own businesses at the market and acknowledge the Naples Italian American Foundation in their promotions. 

Primary contacts: Market Manager email: Niaf@niafoundation.org for late arrivals or no shows prior to the Sunday market. After 7:30 am no shows, no calls, your space is no longer guaranteed. 

PLEASE NOTE: 

● This market runs every Sunday (RAIN OR SHINE) 9:00 am – 1:00pm for summer market. No early tear down unless pre-approved. 

● Registration is due no later than Friday's at 4pm, before the event, for the SUMMER market. Those who have not registered and had a confirmed acceptance by then WILL NOT have a guaranteed space in the market. 

● Please know your payment due dates. It is your responsibility to pay prior to the due date. Failure to do so may result in not being able to set up. 

● Monthly online payments are the preferred method of payment and are due on the 25th of the prior month. If you are paying weekly, payment is required the

Tuesday of the market week. Failure to do so will result in you not being able to set up. Payments by check must be paid in person at the Naples Italian American Foundation. 

● The Market Managers will not come to you for payment, but will ask you to leave if you have not paid. 

● Please notify Market Manager via email prior to the market (by Noon on Friday) if you are unable to attend) niaf@niafoundation.org

● If you are registered, you are not automatically accepted until you hear specifically from the market manager. 

● Vendor parking - Last row. See map. No parking behind or near your tent unless you have been pre-approved. 

● No gas or noise producing generators. Only Whisper generators or self-powered electric inverters are permitted. 

● No smoking is permitted within the market footprint (which includes behind your tent area). This will be strictly enforced! Ask the Market Manager for appropriate areas. 

● Sandwich Boards or Signs are allowed however they must be placed at the corner of your space. Please do not place in the footprint of the market or they will be moved. 

● No yelling out at customers – No harassing customers! No confrontations with customers, other vendors or shopping center tenants. If you are having a problem, please let the market manager know. 

● Please Read the Terms & Conditions on the application 

● Please read the Hold Harmless on the application