Café and Grab-and-Go Retail Space Service
Overview
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SUMMARY
KEY REQUIREMENTS
CONTRACT DURATION
TIMELINE
May 11th, 2026: Publish RFP
May 20th, 2026: In person session at Innovate Springfield
June 25th, 2026: In person session at Innovate Springfield
June 30th, 2026: All questions due
July 6th, 2026: All questions & answers posted to website
July 31st, 2026: Applications due
August 2026: Selection committee meets and invites finalists for interviews
Fall 2026: Selection committee makes a recommendation to the County Board
November 6th, 2026: Finalize business plan
Early 2027: Finalize all plans
Fall 2027: Café opens
QUESTION DEADLINE
CONTACTS
Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone
Additional decision-makers and their departments
Issuing Agency
Sangamon County
DESCRIPTION
A government authority in Illinois is seeking proposals for the operation of a café and grab-and-go retail space. The objective is to develop a unique program offering convenient grab-and-go food and beverage options while supporting local food and beverage entrepreneurs within a small retail footprint.
The selected vendor will be responsible for managing café operations, with required minimum hours from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. This initiative aims to foster innovation in the local food sector and provide quality service to visitors and staff.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the submission deadline?
- Submissions are due July 31, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 30, 2026.
- Who issued this RFP?
- It was issued by Sangamon County. The work is located in Springfield, Illinois, United States.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- Experience operating cafés or retail food service spaces
- Proven support for food and beverage entrepreneur programs
- Ability to staff and manage operations during specified business hours
- Track record of compliance with local regulations in Illinois
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