Palm Springs International Airport to expand concessions opportunities

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - Palm Springs International Airport will allow interested Coachella Valley businesses to submit a proposal to sell concessions at the airport as part of an expansion focusing on smaller retail spaces, it was announced today.

The "Blank Slate" program aims to provide high-quality amenities, expand opportunities for disadvantaged businesses, feature more local and regional brands and grow the airport's brand, officials said.   

Retail, food and beverage concessions locations will be available at Agua Caliente Concourse Courtyard, Agua Caliente Concourse interior and the main courtyard.

A virtual pre-proposal conference will be held at 10 a.m. Oct. 22 for interested businesses to learn about the requirements, and proposals must be submitted electronically through the city's PlanetBids website no later than 2 p.m. on Dec. 3.

"These spaces gives us a chance to bring in fresh, innovative concepts that reflect the sense of place that makes Palm Springs so special,'' Executive Director of Aviation Harry Barrett Jr. said in a statement. "We're especially encouraging local and regional SoCal brands to bring their unique offerings to the millions of travelers who experience PSP each year."  

Interested parties can learn more by contacting Tabitha Richards, procurement and contracting manager for the city of Palm Springs, at tabitha.richards@palmspringsca.gov., or 760-322-8368.