Project Information

Bid Title

Sub-lease of Retail Space at Park Ridge Metra Station

Issuing Agency

Park Ridge City

Location

Illinois

Published Date

May 27, 2026

Closing Date

Jun 19, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Description	Opening Date/Time	Closing Date/Time
Sub-lease of Retail Space at Park Ridge Metra Station AD-26-02	May 27, 2026 :	June 19, 2026 10:00 AM

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CITY OF PARK RIDGE

505 Butler Place

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Tel: 847-318-5200

www.parkridge.us

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

SUB-LEASE OF RETAIL SPACE AT PARK RIDGE METRA STATION

AD-26-02

NOTICE TO PROPOSERS

The City of Park Ridge is seeking to enter into a Sub-Lease Agreement with a qualified and financially sound

entity or Business Owner/Operator to operate a retail business at the Park Ridge Metra Train Station, located at

100 S. Summit Avenue, Park Ridge. All proposers are encouraged to attend a pre-submittal walk-through at the

Metra Station on June 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Proposals shall be delivered to Park Ridge City Hall, Finance Department, 505 Butler Place, Park Ridge, IL prior to

the Due Date and Time set forth below. Responses must be in a sealed envelope marked and clearly labeled:

Company Name and Address, Solicitation Number, Solicitation Name. Responses transmitted by fax or email will

not be accepted.

RFP Issued

PHASE

Pre-Proposal Meeting

DATE

May 27, 2026

June 10, 2026

TIME

-

10:00 A.M.

Deadline for Questions

Final Questions and Answers Provided

Proposals Due

Anticipated Award

June 11, 2026

June 15, 2026

June 19, 2026

July 2026

3:00 P.M.

3:00 P.M.

10:00 A.M.

The City reserves the right to make clarifications, corrections, or changes to this RFP at any time prior to the time

proposals are due. Any communication regarding this invitation between the date of issue and date of award is to

be in writing and directed to procurement@parkridge.us. Answers to questions submitted in writing may be

distributed as an addendum. It is the proposer’s responsibility to check the website for addendum/response prior

to submitting a proposal. All proposals submitted must acknowledge receipt of all addenda issued by the City.

CITY OF PARK RIDGE

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

SUB-LEASE OF RETAIL SPACE AT PARK RIDGE METRA STATION

Introduction

The City of Park Ridge (“City”) is seeking to enter into a sub-lease agreement (Agreement) with a

qualified and financially sound entity or Business Owner/Operator (“Operator”) for the operation of a

commercial retail space at the Park Ridge Metra Station, located at 100 S. Summit Avenue. The premises

available for sub-lease, as described in this request for proposals, is an approximately 144 square foot

space that in recent years has operated as a refreshment concession.

The City’s objective is to activate this space with a high-quality, customer-oriented business that

enhances commuter experience and contributes to the vitality of the Uptown area. Preference will be

given to proposals that emphasize viable retail and/or food and beverage services. Tobacco and pipe

shops, alcohol sales, and financial institutions or services, including ATM machines will not be

considered.

Term of Contract

The initial term of this Agreement shall be for a period of one (1) year, with a mutual option to renew

the Agreement on an annual basis unless sooner terminated as provided herein.

This sub-lease is subject and subordinate to the terms of the primary lease between the Chicago &

Northwestern Transportation Co. and the City of Park Ridge, dated March 1, 1994, Lease Number 88368,

as amended. This lease shall terminate immediately, without notice, in the event the primary lease is

terminated.

Pre-Proposal Meeting

All proposers are encouraged to attend a pre-submittal walk-through at the Metra Station on June 10,

2026 at 10:00 a.m. Representatives from the City will be present to answer questions.

Property Description

The available space is located within an active commuter rail station serving daily riders on the Metra

Union Pacific Northwest Line. The location offers:

• High weekday foot traffic from commuters and visitors

• Proximity to Uptown Park Ridge businesses and amenities

• Visibility within a transportation facility leased by the City

• Access to existing utilities (details below)

The space is offered “as-is,” and Operators are responsible for evaluating suitability for their intended

use. The City will provide electricity, cold water, sanitary sewer service, heat, and refuse storage

facilities and collection service to the leased premises.

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

SUB-LEASE OF RETAIL SPACE AT PARK RIDGE METRA STATION

Scope of Services

The selected Operator will be responsible for all aspects of operating a commercial business within the

leased premises, including but not limited to:

A. Business Operations

• Daily operation of the business during agreed-upon hours, with a focus on peak commuter

times

• Staffing, training, and management of employees

• Delivery of high-quality customer service

B. Design and Buildout

• Preparation and submission of design plans for City review and approval

• Construction, installation, and maintenance of all tenant improvements

• Compliance with all applicable building codes, ADA requirements, and permitting processes

• Any changes to the facility will be highly limited in scope. The City prefers working with

existing infrastructure.

C. Maintenance and Cleanliness

• Routine cleaning and upkeep of the leased premises

• Proper waste disposal and recycling practices

• Maintenance of equipment, fixtures, and finishes in good condition

D. Licensing and Compliance

• Obtaining and maintaining all required licenses, permits, and approvals

• Compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

• Adherence to City policies applicable to operations within municipal facilities

E. Financial Obligations

• Payment of rent and any applicable fees as proposed and negotiated

• Reporting of gross sales if required under lease terms

F. Coordination with City

• Ongoing coordination with City staff regarding operations, maintenance, and any issues

affecting the facility

Submission Requirements

A. Proposals should, at a minimum, include:

• Description of proposed business concept and services. List all products/merchandise and/or

services intended to be sold or provided.

• Demonstration of experience operating similar businesses

• Business plan detailing the intended use of the space, hours of operation, staffing, and

assumed revenues

• Type of ownership and names of owners

• Conceptual layout or design approach (if applicable)

• Proposed financial terms (rent structure, percentage rent if applicable, etc.)

• References from similar operations

• All proposals must be signed by an authorized official.

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CITY OF PARK RIDGE

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

SUB-LEASE OF RETAIL SPACE AT PARK RIDGE METRA STATION

Delivery of Proposals

1. Please submit two hard copies of your proposal in a sealed envelope to the City of Park Ridge

Finance Department, 505 Butler Place, Park Ridge, IL 60068.

2. Preference will be given to proposals submitted by Friday, June 19, 2026. However, the City

reserves the right to continue to review proposals up to the point in which a potential sub-

lessee is awarded.

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated by a selection committee in accordance with the criteria set forth below.

Criteria

Business Concept &

Compatibility

Experience & Qualifications

Operations Plan & Service

Availability

Description

Quality, viability, and creativity of the proposed retail or

food and beverage concept; alignment with commuter

needs and the character of Uptown Park Ridge and the

Park Ridge Metra Station environment

Demonstrated experience operating similar businesses;

qualifications of the proposer and key personnel; history

of successful operations and references.

Proposed hours of operation, staffing plan, customer

service approach, and ability to meet peak commuter

demand in a transit-oriented setting.

Financial Proposal

Proposed rent structure (base rent, percentage rent, or

hybrid) and overall value to the City.

Selection Process

The City intends to select the proposal deemed most advantageous, taking into consideration both

qualitative and financial factors. The City may shortlist the highest-ranked Proposers for interviews or

presentations. Following evaluation, and any discussions or presentations, the committee may

recommend a prospective lessee or determine that it is in the City’s best interest to continue evaluating

additional proposals. Any final award or lease agreement may be subject to City Council approval.

The City of Park Ridge reserves the right to disregard any informality in the proposals, to waive

technicalities, or to reject any and all proposals when, in its judgment, the best interest of the City will

be served by such action.

Sub-Lease Agreement

A sample Sub-Lease Agreement is included in this RFP as Exhibit A, which the successful

Owner/Operator must execute after award. Any requested modifications that the Owner/Operator

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

SUB-LEASE OF RETAIL SPACE AT PARK RIDGE METRA STATION

plans to request to be made to the sample agreement must be noted in the Proposal. The City will take

these requests under consideration in the review process.

Freedom of Information Act

All information submitted to the City in response to this Request for Proposals shall be deemed a public

record and will be subject to disclosure under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140 et seq.)

subsequent to the award of the contract. Consultants are advised that Section 7(1)(g) of that Act

exempts the following from disclosure: Trade secrets and commercial or financial information obtained

from a person or business where the trade secrets or commercial or financial information are furnished

under a claim that they are proprietary, privileged or confidential, and that disclosure of the trade

secrets or commercial or financial information would cause competitive harm to the person or business,

and only insofar as the claim directly applies to the records requested. Owner/Operators desiring to

have portions of their proposals considered exempt are advised to mark these portions accordingly.

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 531120Lessors of Nonresidential Buildings (except Miniwarehouses)

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