City of Mount Gambier is inviting expressions of interest from suitably experienced individuals, businesses, or franchises to operate the café located within the Mount Gambier Library at 6 Watson Terrace.
The successful applicant will be responsible for equipping and operating the café, providing a welcoming and vibrant space for library visitors and the wider community.
Acting Manager Library and Community Development Sally Mann said the café presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the library’s dynamic and inclusive environment.
“The café space has the potential to become a social hub within the library, enhancing the visitor experience and supporting community connection,” Ms Mann said.
“We’re looking for an operator who shares our vision for a warm, accessible, and community-focused space.”
Interested parties are encouraged to review the ‘Library Café - Request for Expressions of Interest to Occupy and Operate’ document available on Council’s website at www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/business/procurement
Submissions must include a financial proposal and address the criteria outlined in the documentation. Site inspections can be arranged with suitable respondents following the receipt of submissions.
Enquiries directly relating to the EOI should be addressed to Acting Manager Library and Community Development Sally Mann at city@mountgambier.sa.gov.au or via phone on (08) 8721 2541.
Expressions of Interest close at 5:00pm on Friday 21 November 2025.
Media contact: City of Mount Gambier Communications Officer Ashlea Watson at awatson@mountgambier.sa.gov.au or phone (08) 8721 2578.
