Work With Us! 2023 RFPs

Downtown Jamaica Partnership is requesting proposals for supplemental sanitation services, light-based public artworks, and holiday lights. Please download the RFPs below.

HOLIDAY LIGHTS RFP

Date: August 14, 2023

Project: RFP for Holiday Lights

Term: Winter 2023 - Spring 2024

To: [email protected]

DJP Holiday Lights - Schedule

Date*Project Phase
Monday, August 14, 2023Request for Proposals Released
Friday August 25, 2023, by 5:00 PM EDTQuestions to the Partnership are due
Tues., August 29, 2023, by 5:00 PM EDTAnswers from the Partnership are due
Friday, September 8, 2023Submissions Due
Tuesday, September 19, 2023Selected Contractor notified
Friday, October 6, 2023Contract is signed
Monday, October 16, 2023Preliminary design proposal & technical review
Monday, October 23, 2023Finalize site(s) & design(s)
Weds, October 25 – Weds, Nov 8, 2023Fabrication
Thursday, November 9, 2023Fabrication complete; Secure City permits, approvals
Weds, November 15 – Mon, Nov 20, 2023Holiday Lights installation
February 15 – March 1, 2024Lighting Removal

*Schedule is subject to change

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LIGHT-BASED PUBLIC ARTWORKS RFP

Date: August 07, 2023

Project: RFP for Light-based Artworks, 2023

Term: Winter 2023 - Spring 2024

To: [email protected]

DJP Light-based Artworks 2023 - Schedule

Date*Project Phase
Monday, August 7, 2023Issue Request for Proposals to Artist/Artist teams
Friday August 11, 2023, by 5:00 PM EDTQuestions to the Partnership are due
Monday, August 14, 2023, by 5:00 PM EDTAnswers from the Partnership are due
Sunday, August 20, 2023, by 5:00 PM EDTSubmissions Due
Monday, August 28, 2023Selected Artist/Artist team notified
Friday, September 8, 2023Contract is signed
Monday, September 18, 2023Preliminary design proposal & technical review
Monday, October 2, 2023Finalize site(s) & design(s)
Tuesday, October 3 - November 6, 2023Fabrication
Tuesday, November 7, 2023Fabrication is complete; Secure necessary City permits, approvals
Wednesday, November 15 – Monday, November 20, 2023Artwork installation
Week of November 20, 2023Project Unveiling
March 10 - March 15, 2024Artwork Removal

*Schedule is subject to change

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SUPPLEMENTAL SANITATION SERVICES RFP

Date: July 31, 2023

Project: RFP for Supplemental Sanitation Services

Term: September 15, 2023 – June 30, 2025

To: [email protected]

Submission, Review and Selection Schedule (Important Dates)

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We are Hiring!

The Downtown Jamaica Partnership (DJP) Board of Directors, in conjunction with Perch Advisors, is currently recruiting for the Downtown Jamaica Partnership’s next Executive Director.

Executive Director, Downtown Jamaica Partnership (DJP)

(Queens, NY)

The Downtown Jamaica Partnership (DJP) Board of Directors, in conjunction with Perch Advisors, is currently recruiting for the Downtown Jamaica Partnership’s next Executive Director.

About the Downtown Jamaica Partnership (DJP):

The DJP is a newly formed Business Improvement District (BID) from the merger of three local BIDs: the Jamaica Center BID, Sutphin Avenue BID, and 165th Street Mall. The Downtown Jamaica Partnership hosts more than 600 businesses, services the commercial area through thousands of hours of supplemental sanitation services, involves the community through events and promotional support for businesses, and advocates on behalf of neighborhood business owners. The combined assessment is $1.35MM.  For more information on the DJP, please visit www.jamaica.nyc.

About the Position:

The next DJP Executive Director is a strong leader who will enable the future BID to realize its next stage of impact - with innovation and execution of public space management programs and projects, sanitation and beautification, business advocacy, and marketing and events programs. The ideal candidate is a bold leader with a vision for Jamaica’s future as a commercial district that welcomes new visitors, shoppers, businesses and residents to its thriving business district. The next Executive Director will exhibit the qualities of a savvy relationship builder, innovative problem solver, dynamic manager, and inclusive leader.

The Executive Director will report directly to the Board of Directors and be responsible for the overall leadership and direction of the DJP with the following skills:

DJP Leadership, Management, and Administration

Relationship Management

Fundraising

Board of Directors and Stakeholder Engagement

Business Advocacy

Marketing/Promotion/Events

Experience and Qualifications Requested:

This is a full-time position with flexibility. Occasional nights and weekends are required.

Salary range: $125,000 - $150,000 annually depending on experience. Benefits package including generous PTO and health insurance available.

How to Apply:

No phone calls, please. Email your resume, cover letter with salary expectations, and a relevant writing sample to: [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only qualified applicants will be contacted. Please do not contact the DJP office directly regarding this employment opportunity.

The Downtown Jamaica Partnership is an EEO employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Locally-based Southeast Queens candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Opening Date: June 9th, 2023

Job Closing Date: July 12th, 2023

Anticipated Start Date: Summer - Fall 2023

Jamaica’s Three Downtown Business Improvement Districts are joining forces!

To streamline services, reduce unnecessary administrative overhead, maximize efficiency and better serve our business community, Jamaica’s three downtown BIDs are joining.

How? In June of 2022, City Legislation was passed to create one singular business improvement district for downtown Jamaica. One nonprofit organization will administer services within the newly-united district. This organization will have a Board of Directors comprised of local property owners, businesses, residents, and City-appointed officials as dictated by local NYC Business Improvement District (BID) Law.

When? Right now! The legislation will go into effect on 1/1/23 and the prior BID boundaries will dissolve. NYC’s Department of Small Business Services (also known as SBS - the City agency that creates and oversees the City’s BID network) will be assembling a Board of Directors. SBS will assist this new Board through the process of developing bylaws, a new budget, and program priorities to benefit the business district.

For more information on this process and SBS’s timeline, please contact the agency directly here.

Who is Providing Supplemental Sanitation? Sutphin Boulevard BID now holds the current City contract with SBS to provide supplemental Sanitation Services on Jamaica Avenue from 169th Street to Sutphin Boulevard and on Union Hall from Jamaica Avenue to Archer. Contact Sutphin Boulevard BID for more information: www.sutphinblvdbid.org.

How Can I Stay Connected/Learn More? More information will be shared as it becomes available.

Sidewalk Sales Days This Weekend July 12 - 14 and July 19 - 21!

People walking down Jamaica Avenue near the store RoxxSidewalk Sales Days, a favorite warm weather activity, are back for the second weekend in June on Jamaica Avenue July 12 -14 and July 19 - 21! Shoppers and business owners learn more and download the permit here!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo Credit NYC Department of Small Business Services

FREE!! Instagram Workshop for Small Business Owners

FREE!! Instagram Workshop for Small Business Owners. Beginners Welcome!Come learn how to set up your business Instagram page, take appealing pictures, attract customers, use hashtags effectively, and more!
Bonus: Learn how to list your business on Google 
Maps!!

When: Wednesday, June 26, 2019 from 9AM - 11AM
Where: Queens Library Central, 89-11 Merrick Blvd
Limited spots so RSVP here:
Questions? Email: [email protected]

 

BRIC, Jamaica Center BID, NYC Department of Small Business Services

The Jamaica BID’s Public Art Opportunity

The Jamaica Center Improvement Association was awarded an Active Arts Public Art Grant, and is inviting artists to submit their qualifications for consideration. The selected artist will engage with the community to produce a one-year long temporary, large-scale ground mural installation for the newly-activated Parsons Blvd. Public Space, (btw. Jamaica Avenue & Archer Avenue) in Downtown Jamaica.
Submissions of qualifications are due to the Jamaica Center BID by July 11th, 2018. Please send submissions to [email protected].
To Find Out More Download Full Artist Qualifications Profile

Sidewalk Sale Days: July 6th thru July 8th

Shop in the #JamaicaBID district this weekend for Fab Stealz and Dealz during Sidewalk Sale Days – Friday, July 6th thru Sunday, July 8th.

The Jamaica BID Sidewalk Sale Days Program is a weekend of deals and fabulous finds on Jamaica Avenue! These are the only dates and times businesses are permitted to display merchandise outside, including hanging items from awnings and/or canopies.

Merchandise, racks, tables and /or hangers cannot extend more than three [3] feet from the building. Sidewalk Sale Days are only permitted along Jamaica Avenue from Sutphin Blvd. to 169th St. including Union Hall Street.

Businesses displaying merchandise outside of Non-Sidewalk Sale Days will be ticketed, or possible confiscation of merchandise.

Permit Street Activity Program
Sanitation Approval Letter
Sidewalk Sales Day Calendar 2018

Jamaica Center BID
161-10 Jamaica Avenue – Suite 419
Jamaica, NY 11432
[email protected]

Recap: JJMS Fashion Event

PicMonkey Collage JJMS June 15th #2

On Friday, June 15th the Jamaica BID held the 7th Annual Jamaica Just My Style Fashion Event, at Jamaica Performing Arts Center. The event bringing together influence's for an evening of fashion,  wine tasting and entertainment.

This year's host was, Roxanne Roxanne, with DJ Sylk, and featured designer, Michele McPhee of Queens New York. Fashions from: Old Navy, Vanessa Boutique, Shoppers World, Jimmy Jazz, Danice, MadRag, Telco and Hot Point. Sponsors: Resorts World Casino NYC, Mattone Group Jamaica, LLC, Raymour & Flanigan, Greater Jamaica Development Corporation, Fresh & Healthy, MKJ Beauty, Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill, Black Hawk Imports, and Chipotle Mexican Grill.  Media coverage by: Keri's Korner, Queensbuzz.com and Harlem Community News, special accessory ammenties from vendors: Jazzy Jewels by Jean Robinson, and Indulge Bath N Body by Marla Gand CGM Enterprises, Carl G. Morris, (Travel Services) social media/website coming soon.

See Media Footage:
Queensbuzz.com
http://www.queensbuzz.com/homepage.php?userid=4690

JJMS 2018 Video: http://www.queensbuzz.com/

JJMS 2018 Media Ad:  http://www.queensbuzz.com/homepage.php?userid=4690

JJMS 2018 Sneak Peek at Parsons Public Space June 9th : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJ3FIb7ZBZY

Harlem Community News by Clark Illmatical
7th Annual JJMS Fashion Event

The BID thanks all of our Sponsors, Jamaica Avenue Retailers, Vendors, and the Community for making the 7th Annual JJMS Fashion Event, another success....See you next year!

 

Jamaica NOW Leadership Council Survey

QBP Jamaica NOW Initiative Flyer - Survey JPEGAs a part of the project, we are inviting you to be a part of a survey about living, working, and going to school in Jamaica Queens. Survey insights, along with stakeholder meetings, statistical reports, and workshops are key to developing a compelling brand and positioning strategy for Jamaica Queens.

Attached you will find the flyer for the survey which should take no more than 10-15 minutes to complete. The survey can found online at: JamaicaQueens. All information will be confidential and all identifying information is removed before we analyze the results.

The council would appreciate your participation and assistance to promote the survey. The survey will close, July 11th.

We look forward to using this information to make Jamaica, Queens an even better place to live, work and play in the future.

 

Jamaica Just My Style Fashion Event

 

Flyer JJMS 2018 FINAL COPY 6 8 2018Friday, June 15th from 6pm to 9pm, Downtown Jamaica will be the ultimate style destination with the BID's 7th Annual #JJMS... "Jamaica Just My Style" Fashion Event",  showcasing special styles from popular businesses on Jamaica Avenue, our featured designer, Michi Knitwear, by Michele Walden Mcphee from Queens, and introducing Destiny Johnson, Queens up and coming R&B Hip-Hop Artist, with Special Guest Host, "Roxanne Roxanne", Queens First Female Rap Star.

Jamaica "Just My Style" Fashion Event" is part of the Jamaica Center BID's ongoing effort to promote Downtown Jamaica as a fashion, arts, cultural and shopping destination.  In its seventh year, Jamaica "Just My Style" Fashion Event" will bring over 400 influencers and the community together to experience the positive and rich culture of Downtown Jamaica.....RSVP NOW HERE!

#JJMS Local Participating Retailers:

Old Navy, Vanessa Boutique, Shoppers World, Danice, Jimmy Jazz, MadRag, Pretty Women NY, GAP Outlet, Telco, Hot Point, MKJ Beauty, Make Me Over Beauty Bar

#JJMS Sponsors:

Resorts World Casino NYC, Mattone Group LLC, Fresh & Healthy, Golden Krust, Raymour & Flanigan, Greater Jamaica Development Corporation, Monster Energy, Chipotle Mexican Grill

A  special thanks to #JJMS Media Coverage by Queensbuzz.com, &  Its In Queens

We are excited to have vendors join this year: Paparazzi Jazzy Jewels by Jean, Zaraz Handbags & Accessories, Indulge Bath N Body, CGM Enterprises (Check back soon for Website/Social Media)

The event will be held at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center (JPAC) located at 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, NY 11432.

Jamaica Performing Arts Center
153-10 Jamaica Avenue
Jamaica, NY 11432

Download Media Alert

Artsite: Public Art Commissioning In Jamaica & Jackson Heights

QCA ArtsiteThe Jamaica BID is bringing Public Art to Downtown Jamaica, through the Artsite Commissioning Program.

The Jamaica BID ArtSite is looking to activate spaces throughout both Jamaica and Jackson Heights, Queens through a series of temporary public art installations. ArtSite will award 8 artists with a commission of $4,500 each to create temporary public art in these communities. Artwork and mediums can range anywhere from murals to performances that illuminate Jamaica and Jackson Heights as vibrant cultural hubs and illustrate how art can transform a community.

A key goal of ArtSite is to empower local artists to engage on a local level, understanding that they can be a catalyst for change. QCA, along with its partners, the Jamaica Center BID in Jamaica and the 82nd Street BID in Jackson Heights, seek to create a self-sustaining supportive art culture in these communities.

ArtSite aims to establish an ecosystem of local artists and art producers to create new work that reflects the diverse cultural stories particular to the communities of Jamaica and Jackson Heights. By allowing the artists to partner and create a dialogue with the local business community, we can reinvent the external perceptions of these two communities as sources of inspiration and epicenters of the new America canon of dance, theatre, music, art, etc.

Blog: https://www.queenscouncilarts.org/blog/
Website: www.queenscouncilarts.org/artsite
Application: https://qca.submittable.com/submit/116661/artsite-2018

Download Full Press Release

Save-the-Date: All Nations Apostolic Tabernacle Annual Health Fair

All Nations Health Fair Flyer - UPDATESave-the-Date: Saturday, July 21st 9am-6pm, All Nations Apostolic Tabernacle Annual Health Fair, on the church grounds, at 89-28 Parsons Blvd., Jamaica, NY 11432.

The Jamaica BID is excited to Co-Sponsor,  All Nations Apostolic Tabernacle Annual Health Fair Block Party, Saturday, July 21st 9am to 6pm, bringing health and wellness to the community of Downtown Jamaica.

The purpose of our annual Health Fair is to provide access and a variety of services to the community, in which our Church (ANAT) serves. Our location within a multicultural Jamaica, Queens’s demography affords us a rich tapestry of cultures. Throughout the day our resource tables are actively providing multilingual information/incentives to families from cultures such as Latino, Hindu, Asian, Caribbean, African, European, and African-American.

ANAT stands firmly and believes that the multicultural families in the Jamaica community trust the Annual Health Fair with: information tables, check their eyes for glaucoma, do hypertension screening, cholesterol and blood sugar testing, Prostate screening, neurology screening, Breast cancer education, check tables with healthy food choices, donate blood or stop to listen to our music and our choir, and to visit the Fire House. ANAT members assist in distributing packages of goodies including but not limited to yogurt, nutritional supplements, natural alternative sweeteners, or literature.

On an annual basis, ANAT links with the following community-based organizations that support ANAT with their professional services, give-a-ways, and technical information and literature from: Cornel University Cooperative Extension Unit, New York City Child Enforcement Agency, New York City Department of Aging, New York City Department of Health Early Intervention Program, New York Fire Department, New York City Human Resources Administration Office of Food Stamp, New York City Police Department, New York University Pediatric and Adult Dental Unit, New York Blood Bank, Visiting Nurse Services, and St. Francis Hospital.

To Participate In The Community Street Fair, Register HERE

All Nations Apostolic Tabernacle
89-28 Parsons Blvd.
Jamaica, NY 11432

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