Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is seeking bids to operate 13 new dining and retail spaces as part of its C Concourse Expansion project, which is estimated to be completed in 2026. The request for proposal (RFP) process, authorized by the Port of Seattle Commission, will begin in Q1 of 2024 and SEA Airport will host multiple classes for interested bidders, including first-time bidders.
The C Concourse Expansion project, part of the airport’s Upgrade SEA capital projects program, will transform the area where C and D Concourses meet by adding four floors to the building’s current three floors.
The RFP includes:
- Seven food and beverage locations within the C Concourse Expansion
- One pre-security food and beverage location adjacent to the C Concourse Expansion
- Three retail locations within the C Concourse Expansion
- Two retail locations surrounding the C Concourse Expansion
“The new dining and retail opportunities in the C Concourse Expansion will help transform SEA into a five-star airport,” said Lance Lyttle, managing director. “As part of the RFP process, we encourage first-time, local, small and minority-owned businesses to bid on these opportunities. This expansion is going to be a gem of the airport, and I know we will have fantastic dining and retail options to give guests more of what they need and love about SEA.”
SEA said the dining and retail team is committed to diversity in contracting goals, including Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) businesses as part of this RFP. Interested bidders will be eligible to attend multiple classes on demystifying the RFP process at SEA. The dining and retail team will host classes, including morning and evening classes, the month prior to the RFP release.
In addition to the new dining and retail spaces, the project adds new premium lounge space, an interfaith prayer and meditation room, a nursing room, and an outdoor viewing area. The atrium area, called the Tree at C, will feature grand seating and a performance area for live music.
