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This Solicitation opportunity from Iowa was posted on January 24, 2025. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Performing Arts/Entertainment Facility Management and Promotion

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RFQ-1001076State & Local

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Iowa State University is seeking proposals from qualified entities to oversee the booking, promotion, and management of events across multiple venues within the Iowa State Center, including Stephens Auditorium, the upcoming Cylo amphitheater, Hilton Coliseum, and Jack Trice Stadium, with scheduling considerations aligned with university sports events. The scope encompasses a broad range of services such as event programming, marketing, ticketing, and providing input on venue design and improvements, including collaborative efforts with the CyTown development project led by Goldenrod Companies. The contract may also include theatrical staffing support and other event-related services, with the university reserving the option to handle event management, staffing, production, ticketing, and concessions internally if desired. The contract is anticipated to commence as early as July 1, 2025, with existing provider extension options available. The procurement process involves a virtual pre-bid session scheduled for March 13, 2025, and proposals are due by March 27, 2025. The contract size is estimated between five and fifteen million dollars, reflecting the significant scope and scale of the event management and programming responsibilities. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with Iowa State University's general terms and conditions, which govern contractual obligations, confidentiality, invoicing, and legal requirements, alongside detailed instructions for proposal submission and evaluation. The overarching goal is to select a partner capable of enhancing the university's performing arts and entertainment offerings through comprehensive venue management, innovative programming, and strategic promotional efforts, supporting the university's broader cultural and community engagement objectives.

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IA, USA

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AgencyIowa State University
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Organization / AgencyIowa State University
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Iowa State University is seeking proposals from qualified entities to book, promote and manage events in the performing arts and entertainment venues of the Iowa State Center (Stephens Auditorium and the Sukup Cylo (to be constructed open air amphitheater) and concert/event programming in Hilton Coliseum and Jack Trice Stadium (as allowed by Iowa State Sports' schedules).    The scope of the contract may include:   Booking/Programming of all events for Stephens Auditorium Booking/Programming for the soon to be constructed Cylo amphitheater Concert, comedian, and entertainer programming at Hilton Coliseum and Jack Trice Stadium (as allowed by Iowa State scheduling) Coordination of event marketing and promotion, ticketing, and booking Expertise and input on the design and improvements to Stephens Auditorium Expertise and input on the design of an amphitheater to be constructed near the Iowa State Center. Collaborate with ISU's CyTown developer (Goldenrod Companies) https://goldenrodcompanies.com/ Theatrical production staffing support for Iowa State (upon request)   Iowa State University (ISU) may elect to provide the following services in these venues:   Event management Event staffing Event production On-Site ticketing support Concessions/Food Service   Bidders may propose to provide any of the services listed above.   ISU could contract with a company beginning as early as July 1 of 2025. ISU does have extension options with the current provider.   Further information on the CyTown development can be found in the Attachments section.   Virtual Pre-bid will occur 03/13/2025. Interested parties will be sent the invite for the pre-bid.    

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