The County of Otero is soliciting qualification-based proposals from nonprofit organizations to enter into a lease-management agreement for the management and operations of the Flickinger Theater. The Lessee will delegate supervisory and management authority over the Theater. Proposers must demonstrate that they have the professional knowledge, experience and technical expertise required to provide this service to include lighting, sound, box office, and snack bar operations. Proposers must demonstrate success in fund raising activities. Proposers must demonstrate the ability and experience to provide supervision for support staff, organize administrative duties associated with live performance and music. Proposers shall hire, compensate, supervise, and terminate paid staff and members of its work force, to include all volunteers. The Proposers must demonstrate the ability and experience necessary to locate, motivate and create a volunteer team for Theater purposes. Proposers shall direct and control the manner in which work is performed including conditions under which individuals will be assigned duties, how individuals will report, and the hours of individuals will perform. The Provider will provide all necessary labor, materials, supplies and support necessary to operate the Theater. Proposers shall provide, store, and utilize at their own expense, all consumable items related to the work. All utilities and janitorial expenses will be paid by the Lessee.
