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Vendor Guidelines

The Desert Bazaar | El Paso, Texas The Desert Bazaar is a community-focused market supporting local farmers, artisans, and small businesses. To ensure a safe, organized, and positive experience for vendors and guests, all vendors must agree to the following guidelines.
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1. Vendor Eligibility

All vendors must apply and receive approval before booking a space. Vendors must offer products that align with the mission and standards of The Desert Bazaar. The Desert Bazaar reserves the right to decline applications based on product fit, space availability, or market needs.

2. Vendor Categories & Placement

Indoor Vendors

Indoor spaces prioritize fresh produce vendors above all other categories. If space remains available after produce placement, other approved vendors may be placed indoors.

Outdoor Vendors

Reserved for non-produce artisan vendors and specialty vendors.

Food Trucks & Hot Food Vendors: All hot or grilled food vendors must be located outdoors in the food truck area. Food truck spaces are limited per market day. Placement requests are considered but not guaranteed.

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3. Application, Documents & Payment

Vendors must submit an application for approval. All required permits, licenses, and applicable documents must be submitted with the application. Once an application is approved, a Square payment request will be sent via email. Vendor spots are confirmed only after payment is received. Vendor fees are non-refundable once booked.

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The Desert Bazaar | El Paso, Texas

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Outdoor Vendor Spaces

TBA

  • Includes:
  • 10×10 space (assigned when approved)
  • Designated outdoor vendor space
  • Vendor check-in/check-out using Vendor ID
  • Vendors must provide their own tent, tables, and weights.
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Food Trucks (Outdoor Only)

TBA

  • All hot food or grilled food must be sold from food trucks outside.
  • Includes:
  • Assigned food truck spot (limited availability)
  • Vendor check-in/check-out using Vendor ID

Set-Up, Check-In & Breakdown

  • Vendor set-up occurs within one hour prior to market opening.
  • Vendors must be fully set up before opening time.
  • Vendors must check in upon arrival with:
  • Vendor ID
  • Personal name
  • Date and time of arrival
  • Early breakdown is not permitted without prior approval.
  • Vendors must check out at the end of their market day.

Booth Appearance & Conduct

  • Booths and tables must appear clean, professional, and well-organized.
  • Table coverings are required.
  • Displays must be ethical, appropriate, and neatly presented.
  • Vendors are responsible for maintaining their booth area throughout the market.
  • Disruptive behavior, harassment, or aggressive sales tactics will not be tolerated.

Products & Sales

  • Vendors may sell only the products approved during the application process.
  • Selling unapproved items may result in removal from the market without refund.
  • Vendors are responsible for all sales transactions and any applicable taxes.

Products & Sales Clean-Up Responsibilities

  • Vendors are required to clean up their space after operating.
  • All trash must be disposed of in designated trash bins.
  • Vendor areas must be left in clean condition at the end of the market day.

Online Shop Participation

  • Approved vendors may choose to participate in The Desert Bazaar online shop.
  • Participation in the online shop requires an additional fee.
  • Vendors participating in the online shop are responsible for product fulfillment unless otherwise arranged.

Cancellations & No-Shows

  • Vendors unable to attend must notify The Desert Bazaar as soon as possible.
  • Repeated no-shows or last-minute cancellations may affect future participation.
  • Vendor fees remain non-refundable.

Market Changes

  • Market hours, layout, or vendor placement may change due to special events, holidays, or operational needs. Vendors will be notified in advance whenever possible.

Right to Refuse

  • The Desert Bazaar reserves the right to:
  • Enforce all market guidelines
  • Remove vendors who do not comply
  • Modify guidelines as needed for market operations and safety
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