Redmond Municipal Airport searching for interested local businesses for food, retail, and vending concessions

REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- On Friday, January 2nd, the Redmond Municipal Airport announced it is currently seeking interested businesses for non-exclusive food, beverage, retail, and vending concessions. A pre-proposal conference is planned for Friday, January 9th.

The conference will be an opportunity for local businesses to learn how they can be a part of RDM concessions.

Proposals are due by March 31st.

More details can be found in the full press release from RDM below:

"The Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) invites interested businesses to attend an open house for the Airport’s current Request for Proposals (RFP) for Non-Exclusive Food, Beverage, Retail, and Vending Concessions.  This is an opportunity for local businesses to learn how they can be a part of concessions at RDM, which serves 1.3 million passenger trips annually.  The open house will be held:

Date:   Friday, January 09, 2026

Time:   11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (PST), presentations at 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM

Location: Airport Conference Room, First Floor, RDM Terminal

2522 SE Jesse Butler Circle, Redmond, Oregon

This open house will provide an overview of the RFP process, discuss requirements and objectives, answer questions, and offer networking opportunities for local businesses. This open house is appropriate for local lenders, contractors, retailors and, food and beverage businesses.

About the Opportunity

Roberts Field is in the middle of a $180 million terminal expansion designed to meet the demands of Central Oregon’s growing population and thriving tourism economy. This project will transform the passenger experience with seven new jet bridges, two new modern concession spaces, and a design that celebrates the region’s natural beauty through sustainable practices and local materials.

Expansion Highlights:

• Concessions: Over 6,000 sq. ft. dedicated to food and retail.
• Space & Comfort: 80,000 sq. ft. of new space, 71% more waiting area, and double seating capacity with modern workstations and charging options.
• Accessibility: Wider walkways, new escalator and elevator, companion restroom, and service animal relief area.
• Sustainability: Targeting LEED Silver Certification with energy-efficient systems.
• 383 construction jobs, $65M annual impact during build.
• 207 permanent jobs, $39M annual impact post-completion.
• Increased tourism and visitor spending to boost the regional economy.

Commitment to Diversity

The City of Redmond strongly encourages participation by Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (ACDBEs) and minority-owned businesses. Proposers are urged to explore partnerships and subcontracting opportunities to maximize ACDBE involvement in accordance with 49 CFR Part 23.

Proposal Deadline

Proposals are due March 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM (PST) via BidLocker.

For full RFP details and submission requirements, visit: https://www.redmondoregon.gov/business/rfps-rfqs"