SPORTS BAR AT MIA

Aviation and Seaport Committee · 2026-07-13 · resolution

Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners is considering the approval of a competitive revenue-generating contract for an American Sports Bar at Miami International Airport (MIA). The contract, number EVN0000341, is proposed to be awarded to SSP America MIA, LLC. The project involves the finance, design, construction, management, operation, and maintenance of the sports bar, which will be located on the third floor of the Concourse E Satellite Building at MIA. The projected revenue for the Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD) is $12,000,000 over a 10-year term. The contract requires the vendor to pay the County the greater of a percentage of gross revenues (18% for alcohol, 14% for other sales) or the prevailing Class VI Terminal rental rate. The Aviation and Seaport Committee forwarded this item to the Board of County Commissioners with a favorable recommendation. The contract was awarded after a competitive solicitation process where three proposals were received, but only SSP America MIA, LLC was deemed compliant and responsive after legal review. The process experienced delays due to negotiations, FAA guidance revisions, and vendor-provided documentation. The Living Wage Ordinance applies.