Non Poolside King and 2 more items

The University of Nebraska awarded a contract to Ramada Midtown Conference Center (located at 2503 South Locust Street in Grand Island, Nebraska) for group lodging accommodations. The contract, awarded on October 25, 2026, with a total value of $3,999.00, covers a one-night stay from October 25-26, 2026. The accommodation package consists of 31 guest rooms: 18 non-poolside king rooms, 12 non-poolside full-size double rooms, and 1 poolside suite, each at a nightly rate of $129.00 per room. The contract was facilitated through Anthony Travel, with Seth Dorsey identified as the University's Deputy Associate Director-Chief Financial Officer and primary contact.

The lodging services include complimentary amenities such as a breakfast buffet for all guests, bus parking, Wi-Fi access, and a suite upgrade for the Head Coach, with late checkout available until 5:00 PM. The facility is designated as 100% non-smoking. The contract terms include a 7% commission payable to Anthony Travel, a current tax rate of 16.75%, and a cancellation scale with penalties ranging from 30% to 100% depending on the notice period provided. A cancellation waiver applies if the scheduled basketball game at Big Iron Events Center is cancelled or relocated more than 30 miles away, with the travel agency commission remaining payable under such circumstances.