BLUE GRASS AIRPORT TO HOST SEMINAR TO ASSIST SMALL BUSINESSES COMPETE FOR AIRPORT PROJECTS

Lexington's Blue Grass Airport is pleased to announce plans to conduct a Small Business Opportunities Seminar designed to assist small and disadvantaged Central Kentucky companies in becoming airport contractors.

In 2004, Blue Grass Airport will begin the initial phases of a comprehensive $65 million capital improvement program to include the construction of a six-gate terminal addition, the introduction of an airport executive lounge, substantial runway and airfield improvements and various terminal interior enhancements. Small businesses in Central Kentucky will have numerous opportunities to bid and compete for work associated with projects slated for the airport which are expected to continue through 2008.

In an effort to maximize the positive economic impact of this multi-year improvement program Blue Grass Airport will conduct a Small Business Opportunities Seminar to provide attendees with a brief description of the projects at the airport from 2004-2008 and an overview of how work will be divided and contracts awarded. The airport will also discuss various State and Federal government requirements of airport contractors.

The first seminar will be conducted at Blue Grass Airport on February 11, 2004 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the airport Media Room. Attendance at the first seminar will be limited to 45 persons to allow ample time for questions and discussion. If needed, an additional seminar will be scheduled on March 10, 2004 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the airport. To assist companies who are unable to attend the seminar Blue Grass Airport will videotape the event and place downloadable copies of the video and all handouts at www.bluegrassairport.com.

Reservations for Blue Grass Airport’s Small Business Opportunities Seminar can be made by calling Commerce Lexington at (859) 254-4447. Parking at the airport will be validated at the event.