WHITE PLAINS, NY (October 7, 2025) — Westchester County Airport (HPN) is poised for a significant transformation as the county moves forward with plans to modernize its decades-old terminal. On Tuesday, officials announced that a Request for Proposals (RFP) has been issued to 11 pre-qualified firms to redesign the airport’s terminal, aiming to enhance passenger experience while maintaining the county’s full ownership and control of operations.
The initiative seeks to bring the 96,000-square-foot, three-level terminal in line with modern industry standards, addressing current limitations that prevent passengers from enjoying basic amenities.
“It’s time that the Westchester County Airport reflects the high quality and character of the community it serves,” said Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins. “When flying out of HPN, we want our passengers to be safe, and we also want them to be able to sit down, wait for their flight, and enjoy simple things like a cup of coffee — at this moment, that isn’t possible. This planning effort represents an important first step toward changing that.”
The RFP process follows a thorough evaluation by the county’s Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T), which conducted national research to identify firms with expertise in terminal concept planning and design.
The Pre-Qualification Board met in August, and the Professional Selection Board convened in September to approve the following firms for the RFP: AECOM USA, Inc. (New York, NY), Arup US, Inc. (New York, NY), Burns & McDonnell EGS, PC (Kansas City, MO), DACK Consulting Solutions Inc. (White Plains, NY; WBE), Dattner Architects D.P.C. (New York, NY; WBE), Gensler Architecture, Design & Planning, PC (New York, NY), HNTB (New York, NY), Parsons Corporation (New York, NY), Perkins Eastman (New York, NY), T.Y. Lin International, Engineering & Architecture, PC (New York, NY), and WSP USA, Inc. (Valhalla, NY).
The RFP requires firms to submit a comprehensive feasibility study, presenting distinct modernization concepts for the terminal. Proposals must maintain the existing terminal footprint while reimagining the 96,000-square-foot structure and its 700-linear-foot frontage. Firms are also encouraged to explore repurposing adjacent areas, such as frontage roadways, loading dock areas, and rental car quick-turn and ready lots. All proposals must adhere to Terminal Use Regulations (TUR), including the 240-passenger-per-half-hour rule.
Proposals are due in December 2025, after which a selection committee will review submissions and recommend a firm to the County Executive for final approval. The county will provide further details on the RFP scope and project timeline at the Airport Advisory Board meeting on October 15, 2025.
Jenkins emphasized the project’s broader impact, stating, “This project will help ensure the airport keeps pace with demand, improves the travel experience, and continues to be an economic driver for Westchester County.”
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