CHICAGO – The City of Chicago Department of Aviation invites parties interested in participating in the concession programs and other contract opportunities at Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway International Airports to attend an Information Workshop designed to inform qualified persons and businesses of new business opportunities at Chicago’s airports.
In keeping with the City’s continued commitment to promote local businesses, the workshop will provide an overview of the airport concession program, other contract opportunities, opportunities for minority- and women-owned business participation, the selection process for interested parties and the proper completion of required documents.
Representatives from the Department of Aviation, the Department of Procurement Services, the Department of Business Affairs and Licensing and the Department of Law will be available to answer questions.

WHERE:   Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins Road, in Rosemont

WHEN: Tuesday, August 29, 2006
9:00 a.m. to Noon (Check in begins at 8:30 a.m.)

There is no cost for this opportunity, but pre-registration is required. To pre-register, contact Unison-Maximus Retail Management at 773/894-3900.

Sponsored by the City of Chicago Department of Aviation.
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The Chicago Airport System is self-supporting, using no local or state tax dollars for operations or capital improvements at O’Hare and Midway International airports. Together, Chicago’s airports generate more than $45 billion in annual economic activity and 540,000 jobs for the region. Please visit www.flychicago.com to learn more about the Chicago Airport System.