The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) has announced expanded office hours for its Small Business Resource Centers at O'Hare and Midway International Airports, designed to assist prospective vendors. These centers provide essential resources, including one-on-one assistance, networking events, and workshops to navigate the contracting process at the airports. Located at 5642 S. Central Ave. for Midway and 10510 W.

Zemke Road for O'Hare, the centers are committed to supporting diverse local businesses. The CDA recently introduced the "ORDerUp! " Request for Proposals (RFP), offering over a hundred new concessions locations at O'Hare, which represents one of the largest concessions bid opportunities in the airport’s history. The CDA will also host an airfield tour for construction contractors on September 24, inviting interested parties to sign up by September 18. For more information, vendors can reach out via email or phone to the respective resource centers.

This initiative reflects the CDA's ongoing commitment to fostering economic opportunities within the local community. The updated hours and resources underscore the importance of enhancing vendor participation at Chicago's major airports.