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Western Oregon University

WOU - Operation of the Hamersly Library's First Floor Cafe

Solicitation: Not available
Notice ID: state_or_oregonbuys__S-580200-00015813

Federal opportunity from 58020004 - Vice President and General Counsel | 58020 - Vice President and General Counsel • Western Oregon University. Place of performance: OR. Response deadline: Mar 16, 2026.

Market snapshot

Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).

12-month awarded value
$6,804,760,537
Sector total $6,804,760,537 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$88,212
P10–P90
$28,176$752,632
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($6,804,760,537)
Deal sizing
$88,212 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
Live signal is computed from awarded notices already observed in the system.
Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.

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Place of performance
Barb Pena 345 N Monmouth Ave., Monmouth, OR 97361 US Email: penab@wou.edu Phone: (503) 838-8930
State: OR
Contracting office
Not listed

Applicable Wage Determinations

SAM WDOL references matched to this opportunity's location and scope language.

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Best fit for this contractDavis-Bacon
OR20260070 (Rev 1)
Match signal: state matchOpen WD
Published Jan 23, 2026Oregon • Josephine
Rate
Carpenters: Including Form Work
Base $53.94Fringe $16.81
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $47.04Fringe $21.84
+29 more occupation rates available in the full WD.
View more for this contract
3 more WD matches and 29 more rate previews.
Davis-BaconBest fitstate match
OR20260070 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026Oregon • Josephine
Rate
Carpenters: Including Form Work
Base $53.94Fringe $16.81
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $47.04Fringe $21.84
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR GROUP 1
Base $56.66Fringe $16.90
+28 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
OR20260011 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026Oregon • Lake, Malheur, Morrow +6
Rate
Carpenters: Form Work Only-Multi Unit
Base $36.27Fringe $14.03
Rate
Form Work Only-Single Unit
Base $33.48Fringe $14.03
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $41.67Fringe $19.08
+20 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
OR20260007 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026Oregon • Klamath
Rate
Carpenters: Including Form Work-Multi Unit
Base $36.27Fringe $14.03
Rate
Including Form Work-Single Unit
Base $33.48Fringe $14.03
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $33.41Fringe $18.20
+16 more occupation rates in this WD
Davis-Baconstate match
OR20260005 (Rev 1)
Open WD
Published Jan 23, 2026Oregon • Douglas
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $33.41Fringe $18.20
Rate
ELECTRICIAN
Base $39.34Fringe $22.45
Rate
POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR GROUP 2
Base $54.75Fringe $16.90
+16 more occupation rates in this WD

Point of Contact

Not available

Agency & Office

Department
Western Oregon University
Agency
58020004 - Vice President and General Counsel | 58020 - Vice President and General Counsel
Subagency
58020004 - Vice President and General Counsel | 58020 - Vice President and General Counsel
Office
Barb Pena | Chelle Batchelor, Dean of Library and Academic Innovation, libadmin@wou.edu | penab@wou.edu | (503) 838-8930
Contracting Office Address
Not available

Description

WOU - Operation of the Hamersly Library's First Floor Cafe

Western Oregon University seeks qualifications from experienced, licensed, and reputable third-party food service vendors (hereinafter "Vendor") to exclusively operate the dedicated cafe space located within the Hamersly Library.

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BidPulsar Analysis

A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.

Updated: Feb 22, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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Western Oregon University (WOU) is seeking qualified vendors for the exclusive operation of the Hamersly Library's First Floor Cafe. The response deadline for submissions is March 16, 2026. Proposals must come from experienced and licensed food service vendors, highlighting the need for reputable partnerships in this academic environment.

WOUHamersly Library Cafethird-party food servicevendor qualificationsacademic dining services
What the buyer is trying to do

WOU aims to engage a third-party vendor to operate a dedicated cafe space within the library, enhancing the campus dining experience for students and visitors.

Who should pursue this
  • Licensed food service vendors with experience in academic settings
  • Vendors with a proven track record of quality service
  • Companies that can meet health and safety regulations
Work breakdown
  • Vendor qualifications assessment
  • Proposal submission
  • Site visit and interview process
  • Contract negotiation
  • Cafe operation management
Response package checklist
  • Vendor qualifications statement
  • Operational strategy for cafe management
  • Menu proposals
  • Pricing structure
  • References from similar engagements
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
  • Must adhere to local health and safety regulations
  • Compliance with university policies for vendor operations
  • Proper licensing and certification required
Pricing strategy
  • Competitive pricing is essential given the academic market
  • Consider cost-effective menu items that appeal to students
  • Outline clear pricing structures for transparency
Teaming and subs
  • Potential partnerships with local food suppliers
  • Engagement with culinary arts programs for staffing
  • Sub-contracting to specialty coffee vendors
Risks and watchouts
  • Failure to meet health codes could result in penalties
  • High competition from nearby food vendors
  • Economic factors affecting student spending habits
Smart questions to ask
  • What are the specific operational hours expected for the cafe?
  • Are there particular menu items that WOU prefers or discourages?
  • What are the expected service levels and customer experience standards?
Source coverage notes

Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.

  • Details on the menu expectations and specific offerings wanted
  • Information on existing vendor performance metrics, if applicable
  • Specific space and operational requirements within the cafe
  • Any renovations planned for the cafe space prior to vendor takeover

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