Summer Acoustic Music Week (SAMW) UMBOS-2027-1109

The University of Massachusetts Boston is soliciting proposals to secure venues for two one-week sessions of its annual Summer Acoustic Music Week in 2027, under solicitation number BD-27-1109-UMBOS-BOS-132128. The bid opportunity, posted on August 5, 2026, requires vendors to submit proposals by August 31, 2026, detailing suitable locations capable of hosting the event’s musical performances, activities, and related logistical needs. While the agency listing points to an office address in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, the place of performance is specified to be the same location, indicating that proposals must focus on facilities within that area capable of accommodating the event’s scale and requirements. Proposals must be submitted through the official bidding portal at the provided URL, and all inquiries should be directed to Zachary Gull, the primary point of contact listed as the Purchaser. Although no specific NAICS code or set-aside designation is provided, the solicitation is categorized under SLED, indicating it is a state, local, or educational entity procurement. Interested parties are expected to review the full bid documents for detailed specifications on venue capacity, technical requirements, staffing needs, accessibility standards, and any additional conditions tied to hosting the event during the summer months.