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Q. What is the Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE Program)?
A. This program offers the opportunity for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) to gain access to operate in an airport. The program primarily supports women and minority-owned businesses. The airport's goal is that a percentage of all concession sales will be derived from DBE owned and operated businesses in the airport.
To qualify as a DBE, a business owner must be certified by the Washington State Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises in Olympia, (360) 753-9693.
Q. Is there a standard rental rate?
A. Rental charges vary based on the type of business. They can either be a percentage of gross sales, a cost per square foot, or a combination of both. Most facilities in the retail and food & beverage arena are based on a percentage of sales with additional charges such as utilities and leasehold tax.
Q. What is the basic lease term?
A. Because of the investment required by food & beverage and retail operations, the lease term usually runs 10 years. Service leases normally are considered for a three- to five-year term.
Q. Is there office space and storage space available?
A. Limited office and storage space is available and is leased under a separate agreement. Rent is based on a dollar per square foot charge
Q. How will I know when something comes available?
A. Please check our Web site regularly to see available opportunities.
Q. How do I make a suggestion?
Submit a Concessions Business Suggestion Form.