BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Supplier diversity is a priority for the Capital Region Airport Commission, owner and operator of Richmond International Airport (RIC). It is our policy to promote, facilitate and aggressively seek the participation of small, local, minority and woman-owned businesses in all Commission contracts and procurements for the airport.
We implement community programs and equip our suppliers with information and resources in an effort to create a transparent environment for airport contracting, and we are committed to implementing practices that are fair, inclusive and accessible to the community.
At its pre-pandemic peak in 2019, RIC moved nearly 4.4 million visitors through its gates. Today, as passenger traffic recovers and cargo capabilities grow to meet the demand for essential supplies and e-commerce, the airport continues to play a vital role in the regional economy for Central Virginia. Why not play a part in airport's - and thus the region's - future?
The Commission purchases a multitude of goods and services that are necessary to continue to run RIC operations smoothly. For business opportunities with the Commission, contact us.
For a list of upcoming business opportunities, download RIC's Business Opportunities - FY23 brochure.
Current Business Opportunities
The Capital Region Airport Commission requests proposals from experienced, qualified, and interested firms to provide Professional Services for the DEVELOPMENT, MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF FULL SERVICE FIXED BASED OPERATOR at the Richmond International Airport , pursuant to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth in or referred to in this Request for Proposals .
Complete RFP can be viewed here.
The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, materials and incidentals necessary to furnish and install EV charging stations in the Valet Lot. This will include but is not limited to all structural, electrical and concrete work. All work will be performed in accordance with the specifications, construction drawings and local code.
The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, materials and incidentals necessary to furnish and install concrete in the Concourse A Slab Infill. This will include but is not limited to all structural and concrete work. All work will be performed in accordance with the specifications, construction drawings and local code.
The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, materials and incidentals necessary to furnish and install a new AHU in Concourse A. This will include but is not limited to all electrical, mechanical and controls work. All work will be performed in accordance with the specifications, construction drawings and local code.
Glass window washing is defined as the complete removal of smudges, tape and oil film, and other types of soil from all glass surfaces. A glass cleaning chemical, window squeegee tool with rubber blade, clean sponge and synthetic fiber cloths must be used. After cleaning, the glass areas must be free of dust, smudges, oily film, tape, and all other types of soil, streaks and water marks. Glass cleaner splash and drip marks shall be removed from all adjacent surfaces, i.e. window frames, sills and other horizontal and vertical surfaces. Window washing specifications may include other “non-glass” surfaces which due to the convenience and access by window cleaning crew, will be cleaned in conjunction with the windows in certain areas. Refer to section “B” sub section 3, a – f.
For business opportunities with the Commission, contact us.
How to Register
We encourage all of our current and potential suppliers to register with the eVA, the State of Virginia's online procurement service. Once registered, suppliers can choose to receive e-mail notifications about business opportunities at RIC, which are posted on eVA's self-service portal.
Registered users will automatically receive electronic notifications of opportunities. To view Business Opportunities for the Capital Region Airport Commission only, click on the "Advanced Search" button and select "Capital Region Airport Commission” from the "Agency/Entity" drop-down.
Registration assistance is available from eVA Customer Care at 866-289-7367 or 804-371-2525, or by email at eVACustomerCare@dgs.virginia.gov.
Supplier Diversity
For many years, the Capital Region Airport Commission has demonstrated its commitment to supplier diversity by providing meaningful opportunities for small, women-owned and minority-owned (SWaM) businesses and disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs) to secure a variety of airport contracts.
On November 9, 2022, the Capital Region Airport Commission hosted the P.O.W.E.R. Together Business Opportunities Forum at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. The Commission encouraged small, disadvantaged, or woman-owned businesses to join us to meet airport buyers, concessionaires, and contractors and learn about upcoming opportunities and project goals.
For the full P.O.W.E.R. Together Business Opportunities presentation, visit here.
For a list of upcoming business opportunities, download RIC's Business Opportunities - FY22 brochure.
DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM
The Commission has established a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program to meet U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) DBE Program regulatory requirements and to increase opportunities for businesses seeking contracts with Richmond International Airport. The DBE Program applies to capital improvement projects at the airport that are funded in whole or in part by the USDOT/Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Qualified DBE firms can participate in these projects as prime contractors and/or subcontractors. The Commission encourages all firms that may be eligible to be certified as a DBE according to the requirements of 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 26 to seek such certification.
AIRPORT CONCESSION DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM
The Commission has established an Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Program to meet U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) ACDBE Program regulatory requirements and to increase opportunities for businesses seeking concessions contracts at Richmond International Airport. The ACDBE Program applies to airport concessions and certain management contracts. Qualified ACDBE firms are eligible to participate as prime concessionaires, subconcessionaires, joint venture partners, and suppliers of goods and services to concession operators. The Commission encourages all firms that may be eligible to be certified as an ACDBE according to the requirements of 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 23 to seek such certification.
HOW TO APPLY FOR DBE OR ACDBE CERTIFICATION
The Virginia Unified Certification Program includes two certifying agencies: The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity or the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA). DBE and ACDBE certification by either of these agencies is accepted throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.
To request information or to apply for either DBE or ACDBE certification, please contact:
Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity
101 N. 14th Street, 11th Floor
Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: 804-786-6585; Toll-free: 1-888-792-6323
www.sbsd.virginia.gov
or
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
Department of Supplier Diversity
1 Aviation Circle
Washington, DC 20001
Phone: 703-417-8625
www.mwaa.com/business/department-supplier-diversity-dsd
The Commission’s current DBE and ACDBE Programs:
The Commission's current Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program Policy and Goals may be found here.
The Commission's current Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) Program Policy and Goals may be found here.
The relationship between the Commission and our vendors is very important and mutually beneficial. Below you will find resources for companies seeking business opportunities with the Commission, companies seeking DBE, ACDBE and other small business partners, and resources for certification and business assistance.
TRADE ORGANIZATIONS:
Airport Minority Advisory Council
Black Business Alliance of Virginia
Central Virginia Business & Construction Association (CVBCA)
Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council (CVMSDC)
Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce (VACC)
Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE:
Crater Procurement Assistance Center
Virginia Small Business Development Center
Richmond, Virginia Office of Minority Business Development
Small Business Transportation Resource Centers
DBE, ACDBE AND SWAM DIRECTORIES:
Virginia Unified Certification Program DBE/ACDBE Directory
Commonwealth of Virginia Small, Women, and Minority (SWaM) Owned Business Directory
CERTIFICATION ASSISTANCE:
Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
FEDERAL DBE AND ACDBE PROGRAM INFORMATION
Frequently Asked Questions on ACDBE Program Regulations
Below is a recap of Richmond International Airport participation with SWaM (Small, Women-owned and Minority-owned Businesses) and DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) companies for capital expenditures, goods & services and concessions.
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2021 RIC SWAM/DBE Participation
Richmond International Airport - February 2021
Richmond International Airport - January 2021
2020 RIC SWAM/DBE Participation
Richmond International Airport - July 2020
Richmond International Airport - June 2020
Richmond International Airport - May 2020
Richmond International Airport - January 2020
2019 RIC SWAM/DBE Participation
Richmond International Airport - December 2019
Richmond International Airport - September 2019
Richmond International Airport - August 2019
Richmond International Airport - July 2019
Richmond International Airport - June 2019
Richmond International Airport - May 2019
Richmond International Airport - April 2019
Richmond International Airport - March 2019
Richmond International Airport - February 2019
Richmond International Airport - January 2019
2018 RIC SWAM/DBE Participation
Richmond International Airport - October 2018
Richmond International Airport - September 2018
Richmond International Airport - August 2018
Richmond International Airport - July 2018
Richmond International Airport - June 2018
Richmond International Airport - May 2018
Richmond International Airport - March 2018
Richmond International Airport - February 2018
Richmond International Airport - January 2018
2017 RIC SWAM/DBE Participation
Richmond International Airport - December 2017
Richmond International Airport - October 2017
Richmond International Airport - September 2017
Richmond International Airport - August 2017
Richmond International Airport - July 2017
Richmond International Airport - June 2017
Richmond International Airport - May 2017
Richmond International Airport - April 2017
Richmond International Airport - March 2017
Richmond International Airport - February 2017
Richmond International Airport - January 2017
2016 RIC SWAM/DBE Participation
Richmond International Airport - December 2016
Richmond International Airport - October 2016
Richmond International Airport - September 2016
Richmond International Airport - August 2016
Richmond International Airport - July 2016
Richmond International Airport - June 2016
Richmond International Airport - May 2016
Richmond International Airport - April 2016
Richmond International Airport - March 2016
Richmond International Airport - February 2016
Richmond International Airport - January 2016
2015 RIC SWAM/DBE Participation
Richmond International Airport - October 2015
Richmond International Airport - August 2015
Richmond International Airport - July 2015
Richmond International Airport - May 2015
Richmond International Airport - April 2015
Richmond International Airport - March 2015
Richmond International Airport - February 2015
Fair
Maintaining fair and open processes is a routine part of how we do business. Our efforts promote equal business opportunities to qualified companies, thereby increasing the quantity of contracts awarded to SWaMs and DBEs each year.
Inclusive
We have prioritized our commitment to fostering equal opportunities for diverse suppliers. Throughout the year, we promote a wide array of projects and conduct a competitive bidding process that includes small businesses.
Accessible
Periodically, the Commission hosts a Business Opportunity Forum. By providing public forums to help current and potential suppliers better understand and participate in the bidding process, we have increased the pool of qualified SWaM and DBE bidders.
Download the Supplier Diversity brochure for more information.
If you are interested in contracting or concession opportunities at RIC, we encourage you to download our guide to contracting and concession opportunities at RIC brochure to learn about and participate in RIC’s competitive bidding process.
Click here for a recap of Richmond International Airport participation with SWaM (Small, Women-owned and Minority-owned Businesses) and DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) companies for capital expenditures, goods & services and concessions.