Alameda County Alamedagsa #RFI #02081026

Operator Sought for Alameda County Food Hub Facility Management and Activation

Alameda County is seeking an experienced operator for its Food Hub facility in Ashland, CA. - Government Buyer: - Alameda County Community Development Agency, Economic and Civic Development Department - Facility Details: - 5,700 square foot commercial kitchen and business incubator space - Located at 2700 Fairmont Drive, Ashland, CA - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive management and operation of the Food Hub facility - Maintenance of kitchen equipment and site - Development and implementation of a comprehensive site activation plan - Management of bookings, fee collection, and financial reporting - Maintenance of a website and calendar system for the facility - Ensuring safety, cleanliness, and security of the premises - Implementation of sustainability and waste reduction practices - Provision of business skills training and support for food entrepreneurs - Submission of quarterly reports to the County - Unique Requirements: - Operator must comply with the County's Small, Local, Emerging Business Program (SLEB) - Insurance requirements must be met - Operator is expected to propose a fee schedule and activation plan - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a service-based facility management opportunity

Description

Alameda County is seeking interest from experienced firms, partnerships, or individuals to operate the Food Hub facility located at 2700 Fairmont Drive in Ashland, CA. The Food Hub serves as a business incubator for food entrepreneurs, providing commercial kitchen space and related amenities. The County aims to reinvigorate the facility to enhance local economic opportunity, provide training, and support community and commercial activities. The selected operator will be responsible for managing the facility, maintaining equipment, coordinating activities, and ensuring sustainable operations. A site tour is scheduled, and responses to this Request for Interest are due by September 18, 2026.

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