San Mateo County Harbor District Restaurant and Bar Lease RFP 26-01, 26-02, 26-03
San Mateo Co Harbor DistrictSpecial District · El Granada, CA- Due
- Jun 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
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The San Mateo County Harbor District is soliciting proposals for three separate lease opportunities at Pillar Point Harbor in El Granada: a Restaurant and Bar (RFP 26-01), Open Space for Retail/Café (RFP 26-02), and a Café with an optional Seafood Market (RFP 26-03). The restaurant space (RFP 26-01) is approximately 2,302 sq ft interior and 650 sq ft exterior, while the retail space (RFP 26-02) is approximately 720 sq ft interior and 300 sq ft exterior. Selected operators will be responsible for menu development, staffing, facility maintenance, and payment of possessory interest taxes. Proposers must have at least five years of industry experience. Proposals are due by June 26, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time via email to [email protected]. Evaluation will be based on business concept, qualifications, and proposed monthly rent and leasehold improvements.
Cover Letter, Business Concept, Proposer's Qualifications and Experience, Organization Chart, Financial Stability documentation, Proposed Monthly Rent Payments & Improvements Form (Attachment A), Acknowledgement of Addenda (Attachment D)
Proposal Understanding and Business Concept (25 points), Proposer's Qualifications and Experience (40 points), Proposed Monthly Rent and Improvements (35 points)
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Summary
The San Mateo County Harbor District is soliciting proposals for three separate lease opportunities at Pillar Point Harbor in El Granada: a Restaurant and Bar (RFP 26-01), Open Space for Retail/Café (RFP 26-02), and a Café with an optional Seafood Market (RFP 26-03).
The restaurant space (RFP 26-01) is approximately 2,302 sq ft interior and 650 sq ft exterior, while the retail space (RFP 26-02) is approximately 720 sq ft interior and 300 sq ft exterior. Selected operators will be responsible for menu development, staffing, facility maintenance, and payment of possessory interest taxes. Proposers must have at least five years of industry experience. Proposals are due by June 26, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time via email to [email protected]. Evaluation will be based on business concept, qualifications, and proposed monthly rent and leasehold improvements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Cover Letter
- Business Concept
- Proposer's Qualifications and Experience
- Organization Chart
- Financial Stability documentation
- Proposed Monthly Rent Payments & Improvements Form (Attachment A)
- Acknowledgement of Addenda (Attachment D)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Attachment D
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- El Granada, CA
- Projected sq ft
- 2,952 sq ft
- Reported agency
- San Mateo County Harbor District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Mateo Co Harbor District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 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: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Mateo Co Harbor District in CA, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cover Letter, Business Concept, Proposer's Qualifications and Experience, Organization Chart, Financial Stability documentation, Proposed Monthly Rent Payments & Improvements Form (Attachment A), Acknowledgement of Addenda (Attachment D). 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: "Proposal Understanding and Business Concept (25 points), Proposer's Qualifications and Experience (40 points), Proposed Monthly Rent and Improvements (35 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Mateo Co Harbor District?
All active and historical solicitations from San Mateo Co Harbor District are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, San Mateo Co Harbor District 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: Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C, Attachment D. Review the full document from San Mateo Co Harbor District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: El Granada, CA. The total projected area is 2952 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.