Description
The Arapahoe Community College is seeking a vendor to operate and manage a "Grab and Go" Café at the Sturm Collaboration Campus in Castle Rock. The café will provide high-quality, nutritious, and convenient food and beverage options to students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The vendor will be responsible for preparing food off-site and delivering it to the campus, as well as managing the café's daily operations, including staffing, sanitation, and customer service. The college is looking for a vendor with experience in operating similar food service establishments, particularly in educational or institutional settings. The contract is expected to start on January 19, 2026, and will run for an initial term of two years, with the option to renew for up to three additional one-year periods.
Some key requirements for the vendor include:
• Providing a diverse and nutritious menu that accommodates dietary preferences and restrictions
• Implementing eco-friendly practices, such as using recyclable or compostable packaging and sourcing local or sustainable ingredients
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation in the café
• Participating in regularly scheduled meetings with college personnel to review operations and discuss feedback
• Marketing the café to the campus community through specials, promotions, and joint marketing efforts with the college