Dick’s Sporting Goods, a leading sporting goods retailer, set out to expand its distribution network to support continued retail store growth and improve service to its online customers. With the south-central U.S. being a target growth area, the company sought to establish a new facility to enhance their speed to market and reduce freight costs in the region. After evaluating a four-state market search, Texas was selected for the 800,000 s.f. distribution center in Fort Worth to serve approximately 180 stores. The facility includes a 240,000 s.f. expansion option for future automation, back-stock, and direct-to-consumer capabilities.
Stream’s Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, and Distribution team managed the site selection process, providing labor and transportation analyses, technical due diligence, and total business program overview to guide executive approval on a location best suited for DSG’s long-term OPEX business goals. The team also managed key sale and procurement negotiations while tackling site-specific challenges, including utility easements and coordination of site grading issues with the neighboring development. Although the new facility was similar to the New York facility, design adjustments to accommodate additional operational efficiencies. Specific modifications were also made to address climate and geographic differences including incorporating hail protection, lightning mitigation, and a potential future microgrid capability.
Construction began in August of 2024, with a full operational go-live date expected in May 2026. The new distribution center will primarily support direct-to-store fulfillment, with future automation potential. With this investment, Dick’s Sporting Goods is reinforcing its supply chain resilience, increasing operational efficiency, and strengthening its market presence in Texas.
