Downtown Activation and Events Services

The issuing agency is seeking a vendor to design, implement, and manage a comprehensive downtown activation program and plan. This initiative aims to stimulate economic activity and bring the downtown area to life by leveraging art, culture, experiences, and community-based programming in conjunction with city stakeholders. The agency requires creative and scalable solutions that attract local entrepreneurs, new businesses, workers, residents, and visitors through local pop-ups, micro and small businesses, artists, and experiences. The scope of work covers program design and management, arts and cultural activations, events, concerts, markets, and pop-ups. The selected vendor must identify qualified professionals to coordinate these efforts and integrate artists and entrepreneurs into the program. Additionally, the agency requires the development and implementation of a marketing and communication strategy to promote the activations. Eligible bidders must be onshore organizations based in the United States. The agency allows the performance of the work to be conducted offsite. Bidders must submit their proposals digitally via email or online, and the agency is currently looking for proposals to determine the budget. All questions regarding this opportunity must be submitted no later than July 2, 2026.