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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
$561,809,589
Sector total $561,809,589 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$104,780
P10–P90
$36,558$1,117,129
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%($561,809,589)
Deal sizing
$104,780 median
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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

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
Executive summary

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.

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.

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
Suggested keywords
WOUHamersly Library Cafethird-party food servicevendor qualificationsacademic dining services
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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