Doing business with American Airlines
Working with suppliers
Supplier relationships are an integral part of our business at American and we’re proud of the strong, mutually-beneficial ones we’ve formed. We seek out suppliers who use innovation to provide solutions for our current and future challenges, are committed to rigorous quality assurance, and meet our standards for the goods and services we buy.
Supplier criteria
- Deep understanding of the airline industry
- Ability to grow with us
- Capability to provide value
- Solid financials
- References proving stability
- A core product or service
- Evidence of an ethical supply chain
American buys a variety of goods and services, including:
- Aircraft and engine parts
- Aircraft interiors and connectivity
- Airport services
- Cargo services and equipment
- Dining and cabin supplies - disposables and rotables
- Environmental services
- Facilities maintenance
- Food and beverages
- Fuel
- Ground support equipment
- HVAC service/supplies
- Inflight amenities (blankets, pillows, amenity kits, etc.)
- Marketing and advertising
- Office supplies
- Printing and promotional items
- Professional consulting services
- Safety and security - equipment and services
- Technology - hardware, software and telecommunications
- Transportation and logistics services
- Travel and expenses services
- Uniforms
- Utilities
Register your company
Register in our supplier database to show your interest in potentially working with American. When we have a sourcing need, we’ll access the database to help identify qualified suppliers for participation in RFI, RFQ or RFPs. Please update your information frequently to make sure it is always accurate if a procurement need arises. Please note all purchases are made in the competitive environment and registering doesn’t guarantee:
- Consideration to bid on procurement opportunities
- Approval or qualification as a preferred supplier
- Participation in any RFI’s, RFQ’s, or RFP’s
- Award of a contract
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