When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due January 12, 2027. Questions must be submitted by October 1, 2026.

It was issued by Columbus Regional Airport Authority. The work is located in Columbus, Ohio, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Food and beverage distributors with retail supply capabilities. Experience serving government agencies or institutional clients. Established regional or national delivery and fulfillment operations. Ability to meet public-sector procurement and compliance requirements.

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Overview

Hospitality, Food Service & Travel

Columbus, Ohio, United StatesPosted: September 10, 2026Deadline: January 12, 2027

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SUMMARY

A Columbus, Ohio government authority is seeking vendors for food, beverage, and retail supplies. Questions are due October 26, 2026, and proposals are due January 12, 2027.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have at least 3 years of continuous experience within the last 5 years
Must have financial capacity to fund or finance the total capital cost of all proposed locations within the package
Must be able to provide a security bond for performance
Must comply with required service and operational performance standards outlined in the Tenant Handbook
Must comply with required specifications outlined in the Tenant Design Manual
Must possess an airport-issued badge for restricted area access
Must be able to operate 22-24 hours per day to accommodate flight operations
Must meet ACDBE participation goals as required by FAA regulations

CONTRACT DURATION

180 months

TIMELINE

RFP Release: August 2026

Pre-Proposal Meeting: September 2026

Deadline for Questions: October 2026

Due Date & Evaluation: January-May 2027

Interviews (if needed): June-July 2027

Board Approval: August 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 1, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Columbus Regional Airport Authority

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a vendor to provide food and beverage products along with retail supplies. The procurement is intended for suppliers capable of furnishing the required goods to the authority.

All vendor questions must be submitted no later than October 26, 2026. Proposals are due by January 12, 2027.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due January 12, 2027. Questions must be submitted by October 1, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Columbus Regional Airport Authority. The work is located in Columbus, Ohio, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Food and beverage distributors with retail supply capabilities
Experience serving government agencies or institutional clients
Established regional or national delivery and fulfillment operations
Ability to meet public-sector procurement and compliance requirements

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