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The file is a government solicitation document from the City of Urbana, Illinois, seeking to purchase a 20-foot shipping container specifically retrofitted for live entertainment purposes. The container requires a 16-foot wide stage/door opening that can be mechanically lowered using a winch system, with the stage door being weatherproof when closed. The container will be installed on a crushed stone or concrete pad on a natural grass lot, and when deployed, the stage will rest directly on the grass surface. Due to its classification as an "Assembly Use" under the International Building Code (IBC), the container must be designed and sealed by a licensed Illinois architect or structural engineer.

No specific pricing details, funding sources, or contract terms are provided in the document. The solicitation emphasizes technical specifications and functional requirements for the converted shipping container, focusing on its specialized design for outdoor live entertainment events. The City of Urbana appears to be seeking a custom-engineered solution that can serve as a mobile performance space, with particular attention to structural integrity, weather resistance, and ease of deployment on various outdoor surfaces.