2020 License Bid Process - Phase V



Please read the Phase V License Bid Packet carefully, ensure all forms are complete and place all required documents in an addressed envelope and return to the following address no later than 5:00 P.M. E.S.T. on August 8, 2022:

Smith, Cochran & Hicks, P.L.L.C.

Attn: Patrick C. Smith, CPA, Phase V Rebid

3510 MacCorkle Avenue, SE

Charleston, WV 25304


NOTE: Under no circumstance will the required License Bidding documents be accepted after 5:00 P.M. E.S.T. on August 8, 2022. Failure to return all required information by the above-referenced deadline will result in the disqualification of your bid. Should you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact the WVABCA or the Consultant, who will provide limited information due to the bid process.


WARNING: YOU MUST INDICATE ON YOUR LICENSE BID FORM WHETHER YOU INTEND TO OPERATE A CLASS A OR CLASS B RETAIL LIQUOR OUTLET. YOU MUST CAREFULLY REVIEW THE CLASS A AND CLASS B LICENSE REQUIREMENTS. FAILURE TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO YOUR LICENSE TYPE COULD RESULT IN THE REVOCATION OF YOUR LICENSE AND FORFEITURE OF FUNDS.


DISCLAIMER: THE WVABCA AND THE RLLB CANNOT GUARANTEE THAT THE LIQUOR LICENSING PROCESS WILL RESULT IN PROFITABLE VENTURES FOR ALL LICENSEES AS THE LICENSEE MUST DETERMINE MANY OF THE FACTORS INFLUENCING THE SUCCESS OF THE INVESTMENT IN THE LICENSE SUCH AS RETAIL PRICES, STORE HOURS, PRODUCT MIX, ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES AND MANY OTHER FACTORS. AS A RESULT, CURRENT LICENSEES AND POTENTIAL BIDDERS SHOULD CONSIDER THE INHERENT RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS INVESTMENT, AND BID AT THEIR OWN RISK.​