Services to organize & execute events conmemorating 250 years of U. S. Independence

The Department of State US Embassy San Salvador is soliciting services to organize and execute events commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence. The procurement involves organizing and executing two concert events and one art exhibit as part of the commemorative activities. The solicitation was posted on August 29, 2025, with proposals due by September 19, 2025, providing interested contractors with approximately three weeks to prepare and submit their responses. The detailed scope of work is contained in the attached document RFQ 19ES6025Q0047, which outlines specific contract requirements and objectives for these celebratory events. The procurement falls under the NAICS category 5418 (Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services) and PSC category R701 (Support-Management: Advertising), indicating the marketing and public relations nature of the services required.

This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations, making it open to all qualified contractors regardless of size or socioeconomic status. No information regarding potential incumbents, current contractors, or specific award values is provided in the solicitation notice. The contract performance will take place in Antiguo Cuscatlán, El Salvador, requiring the selected contractor to execute the events in this international location. The timeline involves organizing and executing a total of three distinct events - two concerts and one art exhibit - though specific performance periods are not detailed in the summary notice. The international nature of the performance location suggests contractors will need to demonstrate capability to manage logistics and coordinate events in El Salvador while meeting US Embassy standards and requirements.