Hendry County Lease of Restaurant Space at LaBelle Airport RFP No. 2026-35
Hendry CountyCounty · LaBelle, FL- Due
- Sep 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Jorge Hernandez
- (863) 612-4726
The 30-second brief
Hendry County is soliciting proposals for a commercial lease to manage and operate a year-round restaurant at the LaBelle Airport Terminal. The 1,858 sq ft space has a 50-seat capacity, with proposals due by September 9, 2026.
Letter of Interest, Bid Form, References, Licenses and Certifications, Detailed Qualifications, Restaurant Information, Employment Information, In-kind Services list, Required Affidavits
Bid Form (20), References (5), Licenses and Certifications (10), Detailed Qualifications (15), Restaurant (25), Employment (5), In-kind Services (20)
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Summary
Hendry County is soliciting proposals for a commercial lease to manage and operate a year-round restaurant at the LaBelle Airport Terminal. The 1,858 sq ft space has a 50-seat capacity, with proposals due by September 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Letter of Interest
- Bid Form
- References
- Licenses and Certifications
- Detailed Qualifications
- Restaurant Information
- Employment Information
- In-kind Services list
- Required Affidavits
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Attachment 1
- Attachment A
- Attachment B
- Attachment C
- Attachment D
- Attachment E
- Attachment F
- Attachment G
- Attachment H
- Appendix A
- Appendix B
- Submit to
- Hendry County Courthouse Complex, 25 E. Hickpochee Avenue, LaBelle, FL 33935
- Scope location
- LaBelle, FL
- Projected sq ft
- 1,858 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hendry County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Hendry County Courthouse Complex, 25 E. Hickpochee Avenue, LaBelle, FL 33935. For questions, contact Jorge Hernandez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hendry County in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Jorge Hernandez at (863) 612-4726. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of Interest, Bid Form, References, Licenses and Certifications, Detailed Qualifications, Restaurant Information, Employment Information, In-kind Services list, Required Affidavits. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Bid Form (20), References (5), Licenses and Certifications (10), Detailed Qualifications (15), Restaurant (25), Employment (5), In-kind Services (20)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hendry County?
All active and historical solicitations from Hendry County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Hendry County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment 1, Attachment A, Attachment B, Attachment C, Attachment D, Attachment E, Attachment F, Attachment G, Attachment H, Appendix A, Appendix B. Review the full document from Hendry County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: LaBelle, FL. The total projected area is 1858 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.