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City of New Haven, CT·Connecticut

Cafe Partner

Closes 5/26/2026$200k – $500kRequest for Proposal
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Description

The City of New Haven is seeking a partner to operate a cafe space at the Ives Memorial Library. The selected proposer will be responsible for providing high-quality coffee and food services, as well as maintaining the cafe area. The library is looking for a proposer who can offer a unique and innovative concept that aligns with the library's mission and goals. The proposer should have experience in providing similar services and be able to demonstrate their ability to deliver a successful project. The key aspects of the project include: • Providing high-quality coffee and food services • Maintaining the cafe area, including trash removal and cleaning • Offering a unique and innovative concept that aligns with the library's mission and goals • Demonstrating experience in providing similar services • Ability to deliver a successful project The library is committed to promoting the economic health and well-being of its residents and encourages proposers to recruit New Haven residents and give them preference for any new positions that result from the performance of this contract.

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Contact

Luis Chavez-Brumell(Procurement Specialist)

[email protected]

(203) 823-0616

Key dates

Opened
4/26/2026
Questions due
5/19/2026
Pre-bid meeting
5/15/2026
Closes
5/26/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
NAICS
722310
Solicitation №
2026-RFP-CNH-337

Budget estimate

$200,000 – $500,000

The budget for this opportunity is estimated to be between $200,000 and $500,000 per year, depending on the proposer's business plan and the library's requirements. This estimate is based on the average annual revenue of a cafe or restaurant in a similar setting. The library's budget for the cafe operation is not explicitly stated, but it is expected to be a significant portion of the overall library budget. The proposer's revenue will likely come from a combination of food and beverage sales, as well as any potential rental or leasing fees paid by the library.

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