Homecoming Carnival Services

Jacksonville State University requires a vendor to provide homecoming carnival services for college-age participants. The requested scope includes setup, takedown, dedicated generators, and trained operators for one full-size Ferris wheel, two to three additional amusement rides appropriate for ages 18+ with safety certifications, and two to three traditional trailer-style games with attendants and operational prizes. Eligible bidders include onshore US organizations licensed under Title 34, Chapter 8 Code of Alabama, who must print their current general contractor license number on the bid package. Bidders must deliver sealed, ink-signed bids by hand, FedEx, or UPS to the Office of Procurement with the bid number and opening date clearly marked. Email and fax submissions are not accepted. Vendors must provide proof of Alabama business licensing and extensive insurance coverage, including general liability, umbrella, workers' compensation, auto, property, and special event insurance naming the university as an additional insured. Evaluation criteria include the vendor's total long-term cost to the university, adherence to essential ITB requirements, and any other relevant factors provided in the response. The text does not state specific submission deadlines, question deadlines, pre-bid dates, the contract term, or a set budget.