Kiosk Application
Public Kiosk Program
Application and Selection Process
The City of Atlanta has opened applications for small businesses to apply to operate their business from available brick-and-mortar kiosks located in downtown. To be considered, a completed application must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on March 8th, 2024. Learn more about the opportunity and how to apply below.
What is the public kiosk program?
The City of Atlanta’s public kiosk program contains 17 brick-and-mortar kiosks located on public right-of-way sidewalks throughout downtown where small business owners may operate their businesses.
The Department of City Planning, Office of Housing and Community Development (OHCD) provides oversight and management of the City’s public kiosk program. OHCD is providing prospective kiosk operators the opportunity to enter into agreements with the city to operate currently available kiosks.
Kiosk operators selected through this application process will enter into agreements with the City to operate their business within up to two kiosk locations for a period of two years, with a one‐year renewal option.
At present, nine kiosks located in the downtown area are available to prospective kiosk operators participating in this application process.
Eligibility and Process
Applications are open to individuals and established businesses. If selected, kiosk operators must hold a City of Atlanta general business license and provide proof of general liability insurance coverage (see requirements below). Food kiosk operators must meet additional requirements. Click here to view program rules and guidelines to view the rules and guidelines for the kiosk program.
Evaluation Criteria
Submitted applications received by the application deadline will be evaluated on a competitive basis using the criteria below.
- Product or service uniqueness, quality and/or viability related to downtown customer base.
- Commitment to kiosk program goals and values.
- Strength of overall business/sales/vending experience.
- Strength of financial resources of business.
- Readiness of business to properly staff and meet terms of agreement.
- Thoughtfulness and thoroughness in completion of business plan.
- Strength and effectiveness of marketing plan.
- Thoughtfulness and thoroughness in completion of application.
Anticipated Timeline
- February 9th, 2024 – March 8th, 2024: Applications open.
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February 29th, 2024, 10am - 2pm: Info. session and Application Workshop! To register, please email kiosks@atlantaga.gov stating interest for in-person or virtual option.
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Mid March 2024: Offers made to selected kiosk operators.
- Late May / Early 2024: Agreements signed with selected operators; kiosk operations commence.
How to Apply
Prospective kiosk operators must apply via online application available by clicking here.
Completed applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Monday, March 8th, 2024 for consideration. If assistance is required to complete the application, email kiosks@atlantaga.gov.