Mumbai Indians open RFP for flagship MI Café in Mumbai; hospitality partners invited to apply

Indiawin Sports invites applications from qualified operators to develop and run the MI Café, with proposal submissions due by January 31 and a soft launch targeted for March 2027.

Interior of MI Bar & Cafe, a cricket-themed sports lounge by Mumbai Indians with modern decor and city skyline view

Photo Credit: Mumbai Indians

Mumbai Indians (ISPL) invites qualified hospitality operators and restaurateurs to participate in the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for developing and operating the flagship MI Café in Mumbai.

This page outlines the steps, timelines, and payment requirements for accessing the RFP.

1. How to Apply

Step 1: Email Us

Send an email to [email protected]
Subject: Request for MI Café RFP

Include the following details:

• Organization name
• Profile
• Contact person & designation
• RFP Fee Transfer Details & UTR
• Mobile number
• City
• Website / social media links (optional)

2. RFP Fee (Mandatory)

A non-refundable fee of Rs. 50,000 must be transferred to the following account:

Name of CompanyIndiawin Sports Private Limited
Bank NameHDFC Bank Limited
Bank AddressManeckji Wadia Building, Ground Floor, Nanik Motwani Marg, Fort, Mumbai – 400023
BranchFort Branch
A/c No00600310014404
Type of AccountCurrent
IFSC CodeHDFC0000060
MICR Code400240015
SWIFT CodeHDFCINBB

Payment ReferenceMI Café RFP – <Your Organization Name>

After payment, email the payment receipt / UTR number to [email protected].

3. RFP Document Release

Once the payment is verified, the applicant will receive the RFP by mail.

4. Key Dates

MilestoneDate
RFP ReleaseDecember 8, 2025
Last Date to Obtain RFPJanuary 7, 2026
Last Date for QueriesJanuary 8, 2026
Clarifications Issued ByJanuary 15, 2026
Proposal Submission DeadlineJanuary 31, 2026
Presentations / DiscussionsMarch 31, 2026
LoI to Selected PartnerMay 31, 2026
Target Soft Launch (Flagship Mumbai)March 2027

5. Clarifications

All queries must be emailed to [email protected] by January 8, 2026.

6. Submission of Proposal

Proposals must be submitted exactly as per instructions in the RFP document, on or before January 31, 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.

7. Disclaimer

Accessing the RFP does not guarantee shortlisting.
ISPL reserves the right to accept or reject any application at its sole discretion.