Complimentary Upgrade at group rate - King Suite for AD and 21 more items

The University of Nebraska has awarded a contract (45423) to JW Marriott for comprehensive event services related to a football team engagement, with a contract value of $52,353.00. The contract covers a short-term event from October 15-18, 2025, involving extensive hotel accommodations and support services for the Nebraska Football program. Key provisions include 277 room nights at a reduced rate of $189 per night (discounted from $369), with complimentary upgrades for administrative and coaching staff, including multiple king suites.

The contract encompasses a comprehensive suite of services beyond room accommodations, including complimentary WiFi in sleeping and meeting rooms, meeting space reservation, food and beverage minimums of $20,000, parking for 5 charter buses and 8 vehicles, and various team-specific meeting spaces. Additional services include a 40% discount on AV equipment, multiple team meetings (defense, offense, staff), meal arrangements, and specific function spaces to support the football team's event requirements. The agreement also includes specific service charges and a minimum banquet food and beverage revenue requirement of $24,800, demonstrating a detailed and structured approach to event hosting.