Business Resources at Denver International Airport (DEN)
- Sacha Francois
- Aug 1
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 4
As an Ambassador Member of the Rocky Mountain French American Chamber of Commerce (RMFACC), Denver International Airport (DEN) is deeply committed to helping small, minority-owned, and locally based businesses thrive. Whether you're in construction, concessions, professional services, or retail, DEN offers a variety of free programs and resources to help you network, grow, and compete for airport-related business.
Outreach Events to Know
DEN hosts recurring events throughout the year to introduce small businesses to key airport contacts, upcoming projects, and contracting opportunities:
Every 2nd Thursday of the month | 1:00 – 2:00 PM A monthly informational session spotlighting airport initiatives, upcoming contracts, and pathways to doing business at DEN.
Every other month on the 3rd Thursday | 1:00 – 2:15 PM Connect with large prime contractors to explore potential partnership opportunities.
Every other month on the 3rd Thursday | 1:00 – 2:15 PM An overview of DEN’s Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) program and how to qualify.
Coming up this Thursday, August 28, 2025 The airport’s largest outreach event of the year, bringing together departments, vendors, and business owners. To learn more about these and other outreach efforts, visit DEN’s Outreach & Engagement page.
Stay Informed
Delivered every Friday, DEN’s Business Connect Newsletter includes upcoming procurement opportunities, events, and airport updates. Sign up here to receive it directly.
Follow DEN on LinkedIn for real-time updates and highlights.
Track Business Opportunities
Upcoming Opportunities Webpage A running list of planned solicitations and airport projects.
BidNet All formal advertisements and bid opportunities are published through BidNet. Create a profile to track them.
Business Directory A searchable tool on the Commerce Hub listing firms that have worked at DEN in the past five years across construction, concessions, and design.
Training and Development
Free cohort-based training designed for small businesses with two tailored tracks:
Construction
Concessions
The academy helps participants understand how to work at DEN and how to position themselves competitively. Visit the BDTA page to learn more.
Get Involved
DEN is actively seeking community panelists to participate in its proposal review process. Learn more about the program and how to join here.
Promote Your Outreach Event
Hosting an outreach or small business event? DEN can help you advertise it. Email your event details to DoBusinessWithDEN@flydenver.com to be included in the Business Connect Newsletter.
Certification Support
Interested in becoming certified as a Small, Minority- or Woman-Owned Business? Visit the City and County of Denver certification page for application details and requirements.
Denver International Airport is a gateway to the world and it’s a powerful engine for business, innovation, and connection. As one of the largest airports in the U.S. by land area and a top hub for passenger traffic, DEN offers unmatched access to opportunities. In 2024 alone, it served over 82.4 million passengers, making it the sixth busiest airport in the world.
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