PILLAR: Growing
AGENDA DATE: May 13, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):|910|DEPARTMENT: Department of Aviation
PRIORITY: N/A
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a seven-year concession contract with Regali, Inc., branded as FreeFlight Sweets for food and beverage concessions services at Dallas Love Field Airport - Estimated Revenue: Aviation Fund $1,709,929.00
*In alignment with LEAP Program.
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BACKGROUND
The Department of Aviation (Aviation) has determined that a unique need exists, such as specialized experience, that only certain concessionaires can provide to deliver the desired service within Dallas Love Field (DAL) during the Lovefield Expansion Airport Project (LEAP) Construction. Adding the concession expands passenger food and beverage options during the multi-year construction period and maximizes non-aeronautical revenue. The current terminal is approximately 50 percent short of the concessions space needed, until space can be added after the concourse expansion during LEAP.
Developing an RFP, selecting a vendor who is familiar with DAL, obtaining City Council approval, completing permitting and construction could take up to a year, with additional months for implementation. This extended timeline would require significant resources across multiple departments. Furthermore, the absence of additional options during periods of elevated passenger volumes reduces customer spending as many choose to delay or forego purchases in the airport.
Regali, Inc., a Dallas-based small business enterprise, will operate a kiosk, branded as FreeFlight Sweets and will feature an international theme. The kiosk will offer a curated selection of Texas-made and globally sourced sweets, chocolates, candies, and will also serve alcoholic beverages.
Aviation is requesting approval to contract with Regali, Inc. for a food and beverage concession service in Suite C2173, located between gates 6 and 8 at DAL.
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