2026 ADILN Conference

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), specifically the Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking a single vendor to host the 2026 Aging, Disability, and Independent Living Network (ADILN) Conference scheduled for September 2026. This procurement opportunity requires a comprehensive conference management solution for an anticipated audience of up to 500 attendees. The contracted vendor must provide full-service event capabilities, including suitable meeting spaces, lodging accommodations, parking facilities, food and beverage services, and complete audio-visual support. The solicitation process is designed to result in a direct contract award for conference management services. Key deliverables will encompass a fully equipped conference venue that can accommodate networking, presentations, and participant engagement for the ADILN event. The procurement timeline indicates the opportunity was posted on September 18, 2025, with proposal submissions due by October 9, 2025, providing potential vendors approximately three weeks to prepare and submit their comprehensive conference hosting proposals.

While no specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions were explicitly mentioned in the original document, the contract appears to be open to qualified event management and conference hosting organizations with demonstrated capabilities in managing large-scale professional conferences. The potential contract value is not directly specified, though the scope suggests a significant event with substantial logistical requirements for hosting 500 participants. Vendors will likely need to demonstrate expertise in healthcare-related conference management, with particular emphasis on accessibility and accommodations for aging and disability networks. The conference's focus on Aging, Disability, and Independent Living suggests that vendors with experience in healthcare, social services, or professional event coordination for specialized populations would be most competitive. Prospective bidders should be prepared to provide detailed venue proposals, comprehensive service packages, and evidence of their ability to meet the specific logistical and programmatic needs of the Department of Health Services.