Springfield-Sangamon County Transportation HUB Café/Retail Space Request for Proposals (RFP)
Sangamon County is seeking proposals from qualified vendors interested in operating a café and grab-and-go retail space inside the new Springfield-Sangamon County Transportation HUB, planned to open in fall 2027. The county is looking for a creative operator, either an individual business or a partnership, that can provide food and beverage service, offer retail items and create opportunities for local entrepreneurs in this high-visibility new downtown space. Potential support for rent and utilities may be available, and the café will include a full kitchen with basic commercial equipment to help the selected vendor get started.
RFP - 9th Street Cafe Space
Informational Sessions
Interested applicants are encouraged to attend one of two informational sessions to learn more about the café space, program goals, RFP requirements and application process. Both sessions will be held in person at Innovate Springfield (1 Horace Mann Plaza, 3rd Floor Classroom, Springfield) and will also be available via Zoom.
After the sessions are complete, a link to the recording of the session will be posted here.
Important Deadlines
- Deadline to submit questions: Tuesday, June 30, 2026
- Deadline to submit proposals: Friday, July 31, 2026 at noon
Questions submitted by the deadline will be compiled, and responses will be posted to the Sangamon County website by July 6, 2026.
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