Bristol Airport has launched an open tender for its Car Rental Concession Agreements, inviting bids from high-quality car rental operators.

The tender offers the opportunity to operate one of up to six on-site car rental concessions at Bristol Airport’s car rental centre for a period of seven years. Bidders must demonstrate financial resilience, operational capability, and alignment with the Airport’s sustainability goals.

The Airport’s car rental centre opened in 2019 and offers a large office and reception area, dedicated pick-up and return spaces, and wash-bay provision. The car rental centre is connected to the Airport’s terminal via a free passenger shuttle bus, which runs every 15 minutes.

Rupert Lawrie, Commercial Director, Bristol Airport said:   

“We’re looking to form a stable, long-term partnership with a provider to further improve the experience of our passengers, reinforcing our position as one of the UK’s leading regional airports. We welcome bids that focus on consistent and high-quality customer service, and work with us on our sustainability goals.”

Interested partners can make submissions through the Airport’s e-tendering system In-Tend by Wednesday 10th December.

In-tend (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bristolairport/aspx/Home).

Timeline:

Event  Date (12:00 UK Time)  Clarification deadline Wednesday 3rd December 2025 Stage 1 submission Wednesday 10th December 2025 Stage 2 issue Wednesday 17th December 2025 Stage 2 submission Monday 26th January 2026 Evaluation & BAFO invite Monday 19 January 2026 BAFO deadline Wednesday 21 January 2026 Approval & award notification 17–20 February 2026 Contract drafting complete Friday 27 February 2026 Concession start Monday 2 March 2026