REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR FOOD SERVICE PROVIDER TO LEASE COMMERCIAL SPACE

The District of Columbia’s Department of General Services is seeking a qualified food‑service operator to lease and run a commercial kitchen and dining area on the retail level of the Department of Employment Services Northeast Service Center (4058‑C Minnesota Avenue NE). The tenant will sign a triple‑net lease, assume all operating costs, and provide a full‑service restaurant open seven days a week, 7 am‑6 pm, serving District employees, visitors, and the surrounding community. The lease term is up to five years with three optional one‑year renewals, and rent will be market‑based with a 3 % annual escalation. The vendor must submit a detailed business plan, financial capacity documentation, and obtain all required licenses and certifications. A mandatory site walk‑through is scheduled on February 13, 2026, and proposals are due by March 16, 2026 at 5 pm. • Operate a full‑service restaurant (kitchen + seating) in ~4,780 sf retail space. • Lease is triple‑net (tenant pays rent plus all taxes, insurance, utilities, maintenance). • Must demonstrate ≥5 years of public‑facing food‑service experience and pass DC health‑code inspections. • Provide a 3‑year pro‑forma budget, audited financial statements, and three professional references.