Thank you for your interest in participating as a food concessionaire at the NijiPop Culture Festival. This document outlines the terms and conditions that govern your participation as a vendor, ensuring a cooperative and successful partnership for the upcoming event.

Vendor Eligibility and Selection

1. All vendors must submit an official application and receive approval from the NijiPop Organizing Committee (the "Committee") to participate in the festival.
2. Selection will be based on criteria including menu originality, operational capability, compliance with health and safety standards, and the overall potential to enhance the festival's atmosphere.

Booth Setup and Operations

1. Vendors shall provide all necessary equipment, supplies, and personnel for their operation, including tents, tables, cooking equipment, and signage.
2. The Committee will assign booth locations, which may not be altered without prior written approval.
3. Allocation of booth space and availability shall be prioritized based on the sequence of confirmed payment transactions.
4. The utilization of grilling or any heavy smoke-producing cooking methods is strictly prohibited.
5. Vendors infringing upon allocated space constraints shall face repercussions, including diminished priority in future event participations.

Food Safety and Hygiene

1. The Committee reserves the right to conduct food safety and hygiene inspections and enforce compliance. Failure to comply may result in termination of participation without refund.

Menu and Pricing

1. Vendors must submit their menu and pricing for approval sixty (60) days prior to the festival. No changes are permitted without prior written consent from the Committee.

Sales and Revenue

1. Vendors retain all revenue from sales, subject to any agreed fees or commissions with the Committee if applicable.
2. Vendors are required to report sales at the end of each day for use in internal event benchmarks to help inform and improve future iterations of the event.

Cleanliness and Waste Management

1. Vendors are responsible for maintaining cleanliness in their operation area and adhering to all waste management protocols.

Conduct and Identification

1. Professional and courteous behavior is expected at all times. Misuse of vendor IDs, such as lending to event attendees, incurs a fine of P1,000 per infraction and may result in inclusion on the event's watch list.
2. Additional assistants beyond those provided with IDs must purchase entry to the event.

Content Usage

1. Vendors grant NijiPop the right to use any submitted content for promotional purposes.

Cancellation and Booth Transfer Policy

1. Cancellations must be communicated in writing to the Committee 90 days prior to the event for a 50% refund. After this period, refunds are not available.
2. Paid booths are non-refundable but can be transferred, subject to a 30% surcharge to deter scalping.

Liability and Indemnification

1. Vendors agree to indemnify and hold harmless the NijiPop Culture Festival, its organizers, affiliates, and partners from any claims or damages arising from their participation.

This agreement is intended to ensure a positive and cooperative environment for all parties involved in the NijiPop Culture Festival. By participating, vendors agree to abide by these terms and conditions. We look forward to a successful partnership and an unforgettable event.

For further inquiries, please contact the vendor management team at [email protected].