Retail Food Space Management

The State of Illinois, through the Department of Central Management Services (BOSS41610 - Strategic Sourcing), awarded a Blanket Competitive Sealed Proposal contract (25-416CMS-BOSS4-P-95277) to H&B Catering, LLC, a minority-owned and women-owned business enterprise, for the operation and management of a retail food service facility. The contract was awarded on June 1, 2026, with a contract value of $300,000 over an initial five-year term extending through May 31, 2031. The place of performance is located at 555 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois.

H&B Catering, LLC will operate a quick-service cafe and market-style food service operation providing breakfast and lunch options during standard State business hours, Monday through Friday, excluding State holidays. The vendor is responsible for all equipment, supplies, utilities, staff certifications, food safety compliance, and facility maintenance. The contract is structured as a no-cost agreement whereby the vendor pays monthly rent to the State rather than billing for services, with monthly rent set at $5,000 across the 60-month initial term. Full operational status is required within eight weeks of contract execution, subject to State approval, and the contract includes prevailing wage requirements and standard State insurance and compliance provisions.