RFI 20272011 Downtown Library Cafe Concessionaire

The City of Eugene is seeking letters of interest from potential concessionaires to operate a snack bar in the Entry Garden of the downtown Eugene Public Library at 100 West 10th Avenue. This request is part of a formal solicitation process to identify and compile a list of qualified suppliers interested in managing the cafe operations, which will serve patrons of the library with food and beverage options in a high-traffic public space. The solicitation, identified as RFI 20272011 with the number S-KE0010-00017639, was posted on July 30, 2026, and responses are due by August 21, 2026. Interested parties must submit their expressions of interest to be considered for future contracting opportunities, though this initial phase does not guarantee a contract award. The opportunity is open to private vendors and is not restricted to any specific type of business set-aside, allowing a broad range of applicants including small businesses, local vendors, and food service providers. The point of contact for inquiries is Darren Schmidt, Purchaser with the City of Eugene’s Purchasing Department, reachable via email at dschmidt@eugene-or.gov. All submissions must be directed through the OregonBuys portal, where full details and submission guidelines are available via the provided web link. This initiative reflects the City’s intent to enhance the visitor experience at the downtown library by introducing a convenient and welcoming food service option within the facility.