Udall Coffee Shop Request for Information 11 06 2026 1

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) / INDUSTRY DAY

STEWART L. UDALL BUILDING COFFEE SHOP OPERATIONS

Purpose
The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors interested in establishing and operating a coffee shop on the basement level of the Stewart L. Udall Building, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240. DOI anticipates providing designated space and access to available utilities. The selected operator would be responsible for furnishing equipment, inventory, staffing, supplies, and all other resources necessary to support daily operations. Parking will not be available. Information collected through this RFI will help DOI assess industry interest, viable business models, facility requirements, and acquisition strategies for a potential future solicitation. Anticipated operating hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., subject to refinement based on industry feedback and operational considerations. This RFI is issued solely for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation, contract, or commitment by the Government.
Background
DOI is exploring options to provide convenient onsite coffee and light refreshment services for approximately 1,000 building occupants.
The Government seeks industry input on the feasibility of operating a retail coffee shop within a federal facility under a concession-style model in which DOI provides space and utilities and the vendor operates the business at its own expense and risk. Facility details, available square footage, occupancy levels, visitor access, existing food-service arrangements, and building restrictions will be finalized prior to any future solicitation. Respondents are encouraged to identify additional information needed to evaluate commercial viability.
Service Model
DOI is considering a vendor-operated coffee shop offering direct-to-customer sales, including: •
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Freshly brewed coffee, espresso beverages, tea, and other nonalcoholic drinks; Pastries, breakfast items, packaged snacks, and light food options; Point-of-sale systems and cashless payment capabilities; and Daily opening, closing, stocking, cleaning, and customer service functions.

The operator would be responsible for staffing, inventory management, pricing, customer transactions, and overall business operations, subject to the terms of any future agreement. DOI seeks feedback regarding the practicality of the proposed operating hours and whether