Midway Services – Franklin County Agricultural Fair

Franklin County, Virginia is seeking proposals from qualified midway service providers to manage and operate carnival services for the Franklin County Agricultural Fair located in Rocky Mount. The procurement involves comprehensive midway services including carnival rides, games, food concessions, and related entertainment options. The fair historically attracts an average of 8,000 patrons across four days, with approximately 4,000 unlimited ride wristband purchases at $10 each. The County's primary objectives are to deliver a safe, family-friendly entertainment experience while maximizing operational efficiency and professional service delivery. Proposals are due by December 12, 2025, with the opportunity initially posted on October 28, 2025. The successful vendor will enter a professional services contract to provide midway services that meet the County's specifications for a high-quality, engaging fair experience.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the contract appears open to qualified midway service providers with demonstrated capabilities in fair and carnival operations. No incumbent vendor information is mentioned, and there are no specified restrictions on organizational types responding to the procurement. The fair takes place at the Franklin County Recreation Park, suggesting potential existing infrastructure for event operations. Though no specific budget range is provided, the historical attendance of 8,000 patrons and 4,000 wristband sales indicates a potentially substantial revenue opportunity for the selected midway service provider. The contract will likely be evaluated based on the provider's ability to ensure safety, deliver professional entertainment services, and maximize the fair's entertainment value for attendees ranging from infants to seniors.