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PROPOSED LICENSE AGREEMENT
Department: Real Estate Management
Request: Authorization to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)/License Agreement
Landlord: County of Cook
Tenant: State of Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services, Business Enterprise Program for the Blind (DHS/DRS/BEPH)
Location: 14 locations in various County facilities
Term/Extension Period: 1/1/2014 to 12/31/2019
Space Occupied: Varies by location
Monthly Rent: License fee ranges from $30.00 to $500.00 per month. Stroger Hospital, Oak Forest Hospital and 118 N. Clark 10th Floor locations pay a commission equal to 10% of gross sales in lieu of a license fee.
Fiscal Impact: Revenue Generating
Accounts: N/A
Option to Renew: N/A
Termination: By either party with 90 days prior written notice
Utilities Included: Yes
Summary/Notes: This Agreement is pursuant to the statutory purposes set forth in the Blind Vendors Act, 20 ILCS 2421/1 et seq., for the operation of vending machines and concession stands for newspapers, beverages and foodstuffs at various County facilities. BEPH works with governmental bodies to provide economic opportunities for visually impaired individuals. The Cook County Department of Public Health has approved the initial "Healthy Vending" approach proposed by this vendor and will continue to work with the vendor to maximize sales of healthy snacks.end