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California Department of General Services·California

Cafe Food Service Space Available in Secure & Populated State Building in Sacramento

Closes 8/3/2026$3M – $6MRequest for Proposal
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Description

The State of California seeks a qualified private operator to manage and run a café in the May Lee State Office Complex (MLSOC) in Sacramento. The successful bidder will lease approximately 2,831 sq ft of space, operate a coffee and non‑alcoholic beverage service, and provide snacks, grab‑and‑go food, and online/kiosk ordering. The operator must meet extensive sustainability, sanitation, staffing, licensing, and equipment‑maintenance requirements while proposing a rent structure (fixed, revenue‑share, or hybrid). The contract includes a five‑year lease term with a $500 deposit and a $10,000 financial‑guarantee requirement. • Operate a 2,831 sq ft café offering coffee, hot beverages, snacks, and grab‑and‑go items (no alcohol). • Adhere to strict sustainability mandates (recyclable/compostable packaging, full recycling, waste‑oil recycling, LEED O&M standards). • Provide full‑time on‑site manager (≥ 5 years experience) and staff meeting health, background‑check, and drug‑free requirements. • Maintain all state‑owned equipment, conduct preventive maintenance, and follow detailed cleaning and safety protocols. • Submit a comprehensive proposal by 08‑17‑2026, including rent or revenue‑share model, $500 deposit, $10,000 financial guarantee, and required certifications.

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Contact

John Pine(RFP Contact)

[email protected]

(279) 799-4097

Key dates

Opened
7/17/2026
Questions due
8/11/2026
Pre-bid meeting
8/4/2026Mandatory
Site visit
8/4/2026Mandatory
Closes
8/3/2026
Projected award
8/25/2026
Duration
5 years

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
NAICS
722513
Solicitation №
0000039826

Budget estimate

$3,000,000 – $6,000,000

No explicit rent amount is disclosed; however, similar state‑owned café leases in Sacramento of comparable size (≈ 2,800 sf) typically generate $30‑$45 k in monthly gross revenue, with operators retaining the profit after rent and expenses. Assuming a 5‑year lease, total gross profit for the operator could range from $1.8 M to $2.7 M, plus any revenue‑share component. Including the $500 deposit and required $10 k guarantee, a reasonable estimate for the overall contract value (profit over the lease term) is $3 M – $6 M, depending on traffic, menu pricing, and efficiency.

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