City of New Haven Cafe Partner RFP 2026-RFP-CNH-337
City of New HavenCity · New Haven, CT- Due
- May 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Luis Chavez-Brumell
- (203) 823-0616
The 30-second brief
The City of New Haven seeks a partner to operate a café within the Ives Memorial Library's 5,500 sq. ft. Ives Squared hub. The operator will manage coffee, food, and catering services under a lease agreement. Proposals are due May 26, 2026.
Detailed proposal, Leasing plan, Marketing plan, Financial reporting, Operations management
Experience in coffee/beverage and food service, catering experience, compliance with health and safety codes
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Summary
The City of New Haven seeks a partner to operate a café within the Ives Memorial Library's 5,500 sq. ft. Ives Squared hub. The operator will manage coffee, food, and catering services under a lease agreement. Proposals are due May 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Experience in coffee/beverage and food service
- Catering experience
- Compliance with health and safety codes
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Detailed proposal
- Leasing plan
- Marketing plan
- Financial reporting
- Operations management
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- 9a-Exhibit__RFP_Standard
- 9b-Exhibit__RFP_Standard
- ARPA_Contractor_Agreement
- ARPA_Subrecipient_Subaward
- Evaluation_Criteria
- Cost_Formula
- Submit to
- 200 Orange st, New Haven, CT, 06510
- Scope location
- New Haven, CT
- Projected sq ft
- 5,500 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of New Haven?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 26, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 200 Orange st, New Haven, CT, 06510. For questions, contact Luis Chavez-Brumell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of New Haven in CT, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Luis Chavez-Brumell at (203) 823-0616. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Detailed proposal, Leasing plan, Marketing plan, Financial reporting, Operations management. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience in coffee/beverage and food service, catering experience, compliance with health and safety codes" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of New Haven?
All active and historical solicitations from City of New Haven are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of New Haven regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: 9a-Exhibit__RFP_Standard, 9b-Exhibit__RFP_Standard, ARPA_Contractor_Agreement, ARPA_Subrecipient_Subaward, Evaluation_Criteria, Cost_Formula. Review the full document from City of New Haven for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Haven, CT. The total projected area is 5500 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.