Opportunity
Port of San Diego PlanetBids #142449
Lease and Operation of Waterfront Retail Space on San Diego’s North Embarcadero
Posted
May 26, 2026
Respond By
July 08, 2026
Identifier
142449
NAICS
722310, 445120, 448140
This opportunity is for the lease and operation of a high-visibility waterfront retail space on San Diego’s North Embarcadero, managed by the San Diego Unified Port District. - Government Buyer: - San Diego Unified Port District - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Lease and operation of a premier waterfront retail space (1 unit) - Food management services (including hygiene, contamination, preservation, and research) - Food preparation services (including canning and preparation for retail or restaurant) - Cafeteria and restaurant services (operation within the leased space) - Sale of goods such as clothing and food products - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Operator must be capable of managing a retail operation in a high-traffic, tourist-heavy location - No restrictions on bidders; open to all qualified operators - Electronic procurement process; pre-bid meeting recommended but not mandatory - Lease term may be up to fifteen years, offering long-term business potential
Description
The San Diego Unified Port District is seeking proposals from qualified operators to lease and operate a premier retail space on San Diego's North Embarcadero. This waterfront site is located in a vibrant area along San Diego Bay, attracting millions of visitors annually. The lease term may be up to fifteen years. The opportunity is open for electronic responses with no restrictions on bidders.