New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez is inviting proposals from retail or food service businesses to operate in three different spaces at Fordham Plaza.
There is both interior and exterior space available for potential dealers. One of the RFPs is for the larger space that includes the cafe building and a kiosk (Kiosk 2) with outdoor concession space available, and another for a smaller space with a window service kiosk that does not include outdoor concession space.
Located in The Bronx, Fordham Plaza is the geographic, economic and cultural heart of the borough and an important transportation and public space center. It is within walking distance or a short bus ride from numerous local institutions, including Fordham University, the New York Botanical Garden, and the Bronx Zoo; CUNY at Concourse, Monroe College, Lehman College, Bronx Community College and Montefiore Hospital.
“The new concessions at Fordham Plaza can help provide greater convenience to Bronxites while commuting, as well as foster a vibrant and welcoming public space for all,” said NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez. "The Fordham Plaza location presents an excellent business opportunity with unparalleled exposure to customers from all walks of life along some of New York's busiest transportation lines."
Local businesses also have a unique opportunity to activate vital community spaces here. Fordham Plaza is the central business district of the Bronx and the third busiest shopping district in the city.
Interested business owners will have until April 11 to submit proposals to operate at the site.
Fordham Plaza is also a transit destination. The plaza is located above the Fordham Metro North station, a 17-minute train ride from Grand Central Terminal, and also serves as a stop, terminal or transfer point for numerous bus lines serving the Bronx.
It is located a short distance from the B and D trains at Grand Concourse. These assets have made Fordham Plaza the central business district of The Bronx.
