RFP #1186599 - Arts and Entertainment District Management and Programming Services
Open State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- BPM059210
- State
- Maryland
- Responses due
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Opportunity details come from emma.maryland.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
Montgomery County, Maryland is soliciting proposals for Arts and Entertainment District Management and Programming Services under RFP #1186599, with proposals due November 5, 2026. This solicitation is reserved exclusively for vendors registered in Montgomery County's Local Small Business Reserve Program (LSBRP), a decision-flipping eligibility restriction. Responses must be submitted electronically through BidNet's Maryland Purchasing Group platform; registration is free.
The scope encompasses grant writing and funding support, including identification of relevant opportunities, evaluation of applications with each District, lead drafting and submission of grant applications, and reporting and compliance management for awarded grants. The Contractor will also provide comprehensive event support for Arts and Entertainment District events, including planning, coordination, and logistics aligned with District cultural goals; artist booking with selection, contracting, and financial management; day-of-event staffing and coordination for concerts, parades, and advisory convenings; supply and materials procurement; on-site County staff supervision; and interagency coordination.
The source does not specify estimated contract value, contract term, or place of performance beyond Montgomery County's Arts and Entertainment Districts. No evaluation criteria, incumbent contractor, question deadline, or pre-bid meeting date is identified. Vendors requiring registration assistance should contact BidNet Direct Support at 800-835-4603.
Opportunity text
Arts and Entertainment District Management and Programming Services This solicitation is reserved for vendors registered in Montgomery County's Local Small Business Reserve Program (LSBRP). For more information on LSBRP, please visit http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/lsbrp This solicitation will be issued through BidNet's Maryland Purchasing Group (https://www.bidnetdirect.com/maryland/montgomerycounty). In the spirit of continuous improvement, Montgomery County utilizes this platform to post solicitations and accept electronic responses from vendors. Registration is required and FREE for all Montgomery County solicitations by selecting the "Limited" option upon registration. IF YOU NEED HELP REGISTERING, please call BidNet Direct's Support Department at 800-835-4603. Grant Writing and Funding Opportunities The Contractor will: Identify relevant grant and funding opportunities. Evaluate potential applications with each District. Lead the drafting and submission of grant applications on behalf of the A & E Districts. Provide reporting and compliance support for awarded grants. A & E Event Support The Contractor will provide support for District events, including: Event planning, coordination and logistics to align with A & E goals. Artist booking aligned with the A & E Districts' cultural image to include artist selection, contracts, and management and working with artist for them to submit financial document and finalized contracts for payment by the County. Day-of-event staffing and coordination for events including, but not limited to, concerts, parades, and advisory convenings. Work with the A & E District to order any necessary supplies and materials for the event. Support the County staff with on-site supervision on the day of an event. Support County staff in interagency coordination needed for the event
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