The County of Riverside sought proposals from qualified providers to offer food management services for the Rustin Cafe, located at 2085 Rustin Avenue in Riverside, California. The goal was to provide healthy, high-quality food options at reasonable prices to foster the overall health of the individuals served and employed by Riverside University Health System - Behavioral Health. The contract included managing and operating the cafe, providing barista services, and supplying pre-prepared packaged food and beverages. The contractor was also expected to support and participate in a vocational program for individuals with behavioral health and/or substance use challenges.
• The Rustin Cafe is located in a facility with approximately 500 employees and a conference center with a seating capacity of 440.
• The cafe has a service area and a dining area with tables and chairs to seat 48 people.
• The contractor was expected to provide low-cost "grab-n-go" food and beverage options for employees, visitors, consumers, and their families.
• The contractor was also expected to offer catering services for meetings and events held at the Rustin Building.