Request for Proposals - Sacramento International Airport (SMF) Food & Beverage Concessions 2023

Description

The Sacramento County Department of Airports (SCDA, County, or Department) invites qualified food and beverage (F&B) operators to submit proposals for high-quality services at Sacramento International Airport (SMF, the Airport). The goal is to create a program that reflects the region’s identity as “America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital”, meeting customer needs and preferences at different price points, exceeding their expectations by surprising and delighting them with high-quality food and service, offering a variety of choices and options, making them feel valued and appreciated, and resulting in an overall enhanced Airport experience.  The Department also seeks long-term partnerships with operators who share its mission and vision of being “the most loved airport” by “putting people at the center of every trip, every experience, every day”. Ideal operators will offer innovative and diverse concepts that showcase local, regional, national, and international cuisines, while supporting Farm-to-Fork principles utilizing fresh, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients.  Additionally, operators should use technology to improve service, convenience, and efficiency. Examples include remote ordering, dynamic menus, mobile payment, and digital signage. Operators will provide professional and exceptional service to customers, fair wages and benefits to employees, and opportunities for small and disadvantaged businesses. Operators will also comply with the County’s environmental and sustainability goals, such as reducing waste, energy consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions. This RFP document provides the project details, requirements, criteria, timelines, and guidelines applicable to the preparation of a complete and responsive proposal. We look forward to your proposals and working with you on