Vendor resources.
Vendors are the heart of the Schenectady Greenmarket. We review applications twice a year and we look for vendors who offer locally produced, high quality goods and who will thrive in a community-based market.
2024 SUMMER MARKET APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN UNTIL 2/9/2024!
Summer Market Dates: April 14 through November 17
Location: Outside around Schenectady City Hall 105 Jay Street, Schenectady NY 12305
SUMMER VENDOR STALL FEES
We have full time, alternate, and daily vendor status opportunities available and our market is located outside City Hall in Schenectady. Vendor stall fees range from $40 (fee to attend market on an occasional basis per Sunday) to $1130. See a full breakdown of stall fees below. On the application, you would be able to select specific dates you would like to attend. Please refer to the links below for additional permits and certificates required by the market and the market Rules and Regulations found on our website. Please note that all vendors are required to present a certificate of insurance with the market and the city of Schenectady listed as additionally insured.
Full Season 10 x 10 - $630 - Vendor attends every week.
Full Season 20 x 10 - $980 - Vendor attends every week.
Full Season 30 x 10 - $1130 - Vendor attends every week.
Alternate 10 x 10 - $410 - Vendor attends every other week.
Daily - Schenectady Greenmarket charges a $80 down payment for all daily vendors. The cost per vending day is $40. Half of the original down payment will be applied to your first day at the market. The remainder will be held until your last scheduled date for the season. If you have participated a minimum of four times in a season, the remainder will be applied to your last day of fees. If you have participated fewer than four times in a season, the down payment will not be returned.
ADDITIONAL FEES
Membership Fee -The membership fee of $75 is due once a year, starting November 1. This fee is not prorated. If you paid the full membership fee as part of the previous Winter Market, you are not required to pay it for the Outdoor Market.
Application Fee - There is a non-refundable $25 application fee. Let me know if you have any questions and I look forward to hearing from you!
HOW TO APPLY
Vendor applications are accepted through Manage My Market. If you are new to the application process or unsure how to navigate Manage My Market, you can find instructions here.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are especially interested in receiving applications from new vendors offering products that are not currently available at our Market, specifically: wine, prepared foods (especially farm-to-table), gelato, grains and ground flour.
Given space constraints and our current mix of vendors, it is unlikely that we will accept new vendors offering products in the following categories: soaps, lotions, candles, masks, jewelry, bread, baked goods, distilled alcohol, tinctures/general wellness products, pesto, hummus, or honey. As much as we appreciate your interest in Schenectady Greenmarket, we do not wish to collect your application fees from vendors if there is little chance that we can invite you into the Market.
Schenectady Greenmarket is a producer-only market. All vendors will be subject to inspection.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Please find a full list of our selection criteria here.
Schenectady Greenmarket is a place to buy fresh local produce and artisan goods in a festive community atmosphere. We are building a future in which Schenectady Greenmarket is an integral part of downtown's cultural landscape, connecting farm and city to create a responsible, sustainable food system.
Schenectady Greenmarket is committed to creating a diverse marketplace with the highest quality products produced locally. Our market is committed to being a place that celebrates and uplifts our community, with vendors who reflect the many beautiful cultures within our community. Our market shares a commitment to serving all of our community members through improving access to healthy food.
Although the market will not be bound to apply a particular set of selection criteria in every instance and must reserve unconditional discretion to accept or refuse anyone as a vendor, the board considers many factors when evaluating vendor applications.
BYLAWS, RULES & REGULATIONS
PERMITS & CERTIFICATES
Here’s a brief summary:
NYS sales tax: If you are selling taxable products such as cut flowers, crafts, candy and food to be consumed at the market, you must submit a copy of your NYS Sales Tax Certificate of Authority to the market. This must be sent along with your membership fee or, if in process, to Schenectady Greenmarket, PO Box 954, Schenectady, NY 12301 prior to vending. If you do not have a certificate, contact NYS Taxpayer Services at 1-800- 698-2909 for an application.
Food processors: If you are selling products such as jams, baked goods and prepared foods, you must have proof of certification of your kitchen/food preparation facilities by your county Department of Health or the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets. This must be submitted with your membership fee or, if in process, to Schenectady Greenmarket, PO Box 954, Schenectady, NY 12301 prior to vending. To arrange for an inspection by Ag and Markets, call the Division of Food Safety and Inspection at 518-457-5459.
Food served for consumption at the market: If you are selling food to consume at the Market such as soup, sandwiches, prepared foods and salads, you must have a permit from the Schenectady County Health department in addition to the certification as a food processor as noted in the previous section. This must be submitted with your membership fee or, if in process, to Schenectady Greenmarket, PO Box 954, Schenectady, NY 12301 prior to vending. To arrange for a permit, contact 518-386-2818.
Plant and nursery products: If you are selling bedding plants, potted plants and field grown plants, you must have a certificate from the NYS Ag and Markets Division of Plant Industry. This must be submitted with your membership fee or, if in process, to Schenectady Greenmarket, PO Box 954, Schenectady, NY 12301 prior to vending. For an inspection, call 518-457-2087.
Cheese producers: Copies of the required certifications must be submitted with your membership fee or, if in process, to Schenectady Greenmarket, PO Box 954, Schenectady, NY 12301 prior to vending.
Wineries: Copies of the required certifications from NYS Ag and Markets and the NYS Liquor Authority must be submitted with your membership fee, or if in process, to Schenectady Greenmarket, PO Box 954, Schenectady, NY 12301 prior to vending.
Certification of scales: If you are selling products by weight, your scale must be inspected and sealed by a NYS County Office of Weights and Measures. Any county’s seal can be accepted for our market. The contact for Schenectady County is 518-356-6795.
This is a partial list. It is the responsibility of each member to comply with all federal, state and local laws and regulations applicable to their products and business. If you have any questions, please email schenectadygreenmarket@gmail.com.