Salt Lake City Department of Airports - DBE/ACDBE/SBE Annual Outreach 2026
About this Event
Join the Small Business Opportunity and Compliance Office (SBOCO) for our annual outreach event as we look toward A New Horizon for small business participation at the Salt Lake City Department of Airports.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Connect with contractors, concessionaires, airport partners, and fellow business owners while learning about upcoming airport business and contracting opportunities for:
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) firms interested in federally assisted construction and contracting opportunities at Salt Lake City International Airport, South Valley Regional Airport, and Tooele Valley Airport.
- Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) firms providing goods, services, and passenger experiences within the airport, including food and beverage, retail, wellness and personal care services, experiences, and rental car opportunities.
- Small Business Enterprise (SBE) owners looking to grow their capacity, explore airport contracting and concession opportunities, and learn more about DBE, ACDBE, and SBE certification.
Expand your network. Showcase your capabilities. Discover what’s on the horizon.
Registration is NOW OPEN!
This highly anticipated event sells out every year—register today and secure your spot!
Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Pre-Check and Take Off
Info: Check in, register, determine your destination, network, and connect with Resource Partners and conference attendees.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:20 AM
A New Horizon - Introduction and Welcome
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:20 AM
A City within a City - Discovering the Salt Lake City Airport
Info: Zions Canyon Room
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:20 AM
On the Horizon - Concessions 101 - Upcoming solicitations for 2027 and beyond
Info: Snow Canyon Room
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:20 AM
On the Horizon - Construction 101 - Preparing for your next airport bid
Info: Bryce Canyon Room
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
PEAK Performance - Smart Construction Signature Preview for owners and executi
Info: Zions Canyon Room
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
On the Horizon - Concessions 101 - Upcoming solicitations for 2027 and beyond
Info: Snow Canyon room
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
On the Horizon - Construction 101 - Preparing for your next airport bid
Info: Bryce Canyon Room
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM
DBE/ACDBE Experience - What happens after you win the "Golden Ticket"
Info: Zions Canyon Room
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM
Small Business Advocacy in the New World
Info: Snow Canyon Room
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM
Match Making and Networking
Info: Bryce Canyon Room
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:40 PM
Keynote Luncheon Speaker
🕑: 01:40 PM - 01:50 PM
Approach - Closing Remarks
🕑: 01:50 PM - 02:00 PM
Landing - Wrap Up
🕑: 08:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Exhibit Hall - Resouce Partners, Prime Contractors, and Concessionaires
Info: Salt Creek Room
Where is it happening?
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