Request for Proposals to Operate a Sports and Entertainment Venue at the Edward A. LeLacheur Park

The University of Massachusetts Building Authority (UMBA) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to operate a sports and entertainment venue at the Edward A. LeLacheur Park, located at the University of Massachusetts Lowell (UML). UMBA is seeking proposals that will provide details and terms for utilizing the LeLacheur Park in a manner that enhances sports and entertainment opportunities for the local and surrounding communities, with shared use by UML. Respondents must demonstrate relevant experience, provide a credible operating and booking plan, commit to utilizing the facility "as is" or with additional capital investment, and acknowledge UML's scheduling priority during certain months. Proposals are due by September 21, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. The selected organization will be responsible for staffing ballpark operations, ticket sales, concessions, and maintaining the playing field and facility during its period of primary tenancy. UML will invest $3 million over five years for deferred maintenance, code compliance, and capital improvements, and the selected organization may also contribute funding for additional capital improvements. Revenue sharing opportunities exist for food/beverage concessions, advertising, naming rights, and other sponsorships between the selected organization and UML.

The RFP is open to all qualified organizations, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent or contractor is not specified in the provided information, and there are no details on any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The potential award value or budget range is not explicitly stated in the RFP.