As Needed University Event Support Provider

The University of Montana is issuing Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation UOM-IFB-2026-3329 seeking qualified contractors to provide as-needed university event support services. The procurement encompasses four distinct service categories: Split-The-Pot Ticket Sellers, Parking Lot Attendants/Ticket Takers/Event Services Positions, Washington-Grizzly Stadium Clean-Up Services, and Adams Center Arena Clean-Up Services, with bidders able to indicate interest in any or all service lines. Services will be provided on an as-needed basis throughout the contract term as University events occur, with deliverables including ticket sales support, event parking and admission management, and specialized cleaning services at the specified venues. The contract is classified under commodity codes 3948 (Professional Services - Temporary Employment Services) and 3912 (Professional Services - Event Planning & Management Services), with payment terms of Net 30 and no discount terms. The bid closing date is May 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM MDT, with sealed bids to be uploaded through the specified platform by this deadline. All offerors must certify compliance with non-discrimination requirements and confirm they do not maintain practices, policies, guidance, or directives that discriminate against firearm entities or firearm trade associations. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Jody Parrow at jody.parrow@mso.umt.edu or (406) 243-4064 for additional information regarding detailed specifications and requirements.

The solicitation does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting responses to particular types of organizations, disadvantaged enterprises, or minority-owned businesses. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The procurement does not reference existing infrastructure or technology requiring integration with contractor services. Award values and budget ranges have not been disclosed in the publicly available solicitation materials. Prospective bidders should contact the university directly for comprehensive bid specifications, evaluation criteria, and any additional terms and conditions governing contract performance.