Poland Library Café Retail Space Request for Proposal of Cafe Operation • Duke Electric Convection Oven • Vulcan Electric Convection Oven • Star Max 636TF 36” Thermostatic Control Gas Countertop Griddle • Larkin Hood with Ansul System • Beverage Air 2-Door Refrigerator • Arctic Air Single-Door Refrigerator • Hobart 2-Door Stainless Steel Refrigerator • Beverage Air Under Counter Refrigerator/Freezer • Arctic Air Single-Door Freezer • Frigidaire Freezer • Whirlpool Refrigerator with Top Freezer • GE Upright Freezer • 4 Stainless Steel Tables • 2 Stainless Steel Prep Sinks • Manatowac Icemaker • 2 True 4’ Deli Cases • 1 Portable Chrome Dish Cart • Various Shelves, Racks, and Small Equipment Kitchen Equipment List The Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County (PLYMC) invites proposals to lease and operate the café space in the ground floor lobby of the Poland Library, 311 South Main Street, Poland, OH 44507. The 1,000 square-foot retail space includes a full kitchen and an adjacent seating area. The space can be available for a new tenant as early as August 1, 2021. PLYMC is offering a 1-year lease with option for renewal at a rental rate to be negotiated. Prospective tenants must be prepared to offer full meal catering services to patrons in addition to regular café operations. Interested parties should provide the following: • Business Plan with sample menu, hours of operation, and café name. • Proprietor resume, indicating experience in the restaurant industry. • Financial Plan, indicating sufficient funding to cover startup costs. • Proof of (or of the ability to obtain) liability insurance of $1M minimum. • Copy of catering/food service license. Please email or mail questions or application to: [email protected] or Poland Library Café Selection Committee c/o Learning and Literacy Manager Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning Co. 305 Wick Ave. Youngstown OH 44503 The Selection Committee will offer the lease opportunity based on determination of quality, viability, and sustainability. Proposers may be asked to interview with the committee and/or prepare sample menu items as part of the selection process.