NIGC Training Conference Center

The Interior Business Center, procuring on behalf of the National Indian Gaming Commission, seeks conference facility rental for a two-day national training conference scheduled for February 2027, with proposals due October 23, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EDT. The procurement is set-aside for Indian Economic Enterprises per DIAR 1480 and uses simplified procedures; questions were due September 25, 2026.

The facility must be located no more than 50 miles from Palm Springs International Airport and accommodate approximately 300 attendees. Required space includes one main conference room and three breakout rooms configured with crescent-style seating (round tables of 6–10 attendees), wireless microphones in all rooms, and HDMI display in/out capabilities for live streaming in at least one room. A dedicated small meeting room for 10–15 people must be available both conference days from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with teleconference capability. The facility must provide hardline internet access dedicated to virtual conference streaming, dedicated Wi-Fi for presenters and staff, and free or available self-parking. A courtesy block of 75 lodging rooms is required from check-in the night prior through check-out the day after the event. On the day prior to the event, two hours of NIGC staff with A/V technical support for setup and testing is needed. Light refreshments (water, coffee, tea, soft drinks) and a check-in table seating for 2–3 people outside the main conference room are required. Facilities requiring food and beverage purchase with room rental may still submit bids.

Offerors must confirm availability for either a Tuesday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Thursday window in February 2027 and provide a technical capability statement not exceeding 5 pages describing property location, tribal ownership status, and all required facilities. Award will be made to the responsible offeror offering best value considering location proximity to Palm Springs International Airport, facility and technical capability, availability for required dates with the 75-room hotel block, and all-inclusive price. The NAICS code is 721120, Casino Hotels; PSC is X1DA. Amendment 0001, effective October 19, 2026, extended the deadline from October 8 to October 23, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EDT. Contracting Officer is Robert Brewer at the Interior Business Center.