4333R_Jun_16_25_solicitation_doc.pdf

This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the City of Norwalk and the Norwalk Public Library, soliciting proposals for a café operation within the Norwalk Public Library. The solicitation, numbered 4333R, is open to all vendors and seeks a qualified vendor to set up and operate a café in the library, with the full project specifications detailed in Section 2 of the Scope of Work. The procurement opportunity was posted on April 17, 2024, and will remain open until June 10, 2024, with proposals due by 2:00 PM EDT. A vendor Q&A period is scheduled from April 17, 2024, at 12:15 PM EDT to April 29, 2024, at 2:00 PM EDT, allowing potential bidders to seek clarification. An initial Addendum 1 was issued on May 13, 2024, potentially indicating modifications or additional information for prospective vendors.

The solicitation does not specify a predetermined budget, estimated total contract value, or specific financial parameters for the café operation. There are no mentioned set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on responding organizations. All vendors are eligible to submit proposals. The primary contact for this procurement is Sharon Conners from the City of Norwalk Purchasing Department, reachable at 203-854-7712 or sconners@norwalkct.gov. Interested vendors are directed to review the complete solicitation documents on the Bonfire procurement platform (https://norwalkct.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/135773) and are cautioned that questions posted on the notification website will not be answered, emphasizing the importance of thorough document review and direct communication with the procurement contact.