Contract CW41757

The University of Nebraska, acting through the Board of Regents, awarded contract CW41757 to Kearney Investment Corporation (operating as Holiday Inn Kearney and Tru Hotel) for hotel accommodations supporting the 2026 Higher Education Users Conference. The contract secures a room block of 120 guest rooms at the Tru Hotel located in Kearney, Nebraska at a negotiated rate of $149.95 per room per night. Complimentary amenities provided to registered conference attendees include breakfast, internet access, and parking. The contract period spans October 20-22, 2026, with contract administration conducted through the University of Nebraska System's Procure-to-Pay system under the direction of department contact Lori Brown and sourcing agent Melody Stark.

The total contract value is $21,159.60, comprised of $17,994.00 for room accommodations and $3,165.60 in applicable taxes. Individual conference attendees bear responsibility for their own room payments at the negotiated group rate; the University's obligation is limited to reserving the room block. The contract, classified as competition under $25,000, was awarded on October 20, 2026, with completion targeted for October 23, 2026. Standard terms include a 24-hour cancellation policy prior to 6:00 p.m. the day before arrival, 4:00 p.m. check-in, and 12:00 noon check-out, with unreserved rooms to be released to the hotel four weeks prior to arrival.