The City of Santa Monica is seeking qualification statements from professionals interested in developing, organizing, promoting, and managing venue rentals and related services for privately-held special events and meetings at the new Annenberg Community Beach House at Santa Monica State Beach. The selected consultant will work with the City to develop a Business and Operations Plan for a high-quality venue rental operation that accommodates the public use aspects of the site. Upon approval by City Council, the consultant will implement the plan and provide event management services commencing with the opening of the facility in early 2009. The term of the contract will not exceed three years. Exclusive catering rights will not be awarded. For the complete Request for Qualificiations, please visit http://415pch.smgov.net. Questions should be directed to Callie Hurd, Open Space Manager, 310-458-4979 or .