VMFA shall secure and pay directly for roundtrip economy-class airfare and lodging for each Alvin D…

The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) awarded a contract to Candida Alvarez on September 16, 2026, with a cumulative value of $1,000.00. The contract pertains to participation in the Alvin D. Loving, Jr. Scholar Convening, with deliverables to be directed to Hillary Zell. The contract period encompasses activities scheduled for October 2, 2026, and the surrounding travel dates necessary to accommodate the convening.

Under this agreement, the VMFA shall directly procure and pay for roundtrip economy-class airfare and lodging for the contractor and one accompanying caregiver guest on a unified itinerary. The contractor receives a single payment of $1,000.00 to cover all services rendered, including per diem at the Commonwealth of Virginia rate for incidental expenses incurred by both the contractor and guest throughout the contract period. Ground transportation for group activities scheduled on October 2, 2026, shall be provided separately by the VMFA.