22nd District Agricultural Association - Talent Booking and Contracting Services: Rebid 1 - RFP 26-027
22Nd District Agricultural AssociationState Agency · CA- Due
- Jul 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Henry Rivera
- (858) 740-9423
The 30-second brief
The 22nd District Agricultural Association seeks professional entertainment booking, negotiation, contracting, and related consulting services for the Grandstand stage programming at the annual San Diego County Fair. Services include talent procurement, artist negotiation, contract administration, and acting as a liaison between the District and talent agents for national and feature bands, artists, and acts. The contract term is 12 months with two two-year options to renew, based on an estimated 15 to 20 shows annually for the Grandstand. Submissions are due by July 2, 2026, at 1:00 pm, with a question deadline of June 24, 2026. Proposers must have a minimum of five years of demonstrated experience providing talent booking for national touring acts and large public events.
Grandstand Stage entertainment booking and contracting services, Including negotiation and securing artists, Entertainers, And national touring acts for the San Diego County Fair.
Relative Experience and Qualifications (40%), Staffing and Management (30%), Technical Approach and Workplan (30%), Pricing Proposal (lowest cost)
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Summary
The 22nd District Agricultural Association seeks professional entertainment booking, negotiation, contracting, and related consulting services for the Grandstand stage programming at the annual San Diego County Fair.
Services include talent procurement, artist negotiation, contract administration, and acting as a liaison between the District and talent agents for national and feature bands, artists, and acts. The contract term is 12 months with two two-year options to renew, based on an estimated 15 to 20 shows annually for the Grandstand. Submissions are due by July 2, 2026, at 1:00 pm, with a question deadline of June 24, 2026. Proposers must have a minimum of five years of demonstrated experience providing talent booking for national touring acts and large public events.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Grandstand Stage entertainment booking and contracting services
- Including negotiation and securing artists
- Entertainers
- National touring acts for the San Diego County Fair
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Proposal Cover Letter
- Reference Letters
- Current Insurance Coverage
- Financial Proposal Form
- Certificate re California GC 1090 and Disclosure of Interests
- Payee Data Record STD 204
- Bidder References
- Contractor Certification Clauses
- Bidder's Declaration
- California Civil Rights Laws Attachment
- Darfur Contracting Act Certification
- Iran Contracting Act Verification
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/sdfair
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Del Mar, CA
- Reported agency
- 22nd District Agricultural Association
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from 22Nd District Agricultural Association?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/sdfair. For questions, contact Henry Rivera.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including 22Nd District Agricultural Association in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Henry Rivera at (858) 740-9423. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Grandstand Stage entertainment booking and contracting services, Including negotiation and securing artists, Entertainers, And national touring acts for the San Diego County Fair.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Relative Experience and Qualifications (40%), Staffing and Management (30%), Technical Approach and Workplan (30%), Pricing Proposal (lowest cost)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from 22Nd District Agricultural Association?
All active and historical solicitations from 22Nd District Agricultural Association are tracked and searchable. As a state agency agency, 22Nd District Agricultural Association regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal Cover Letter, Reference Letters, Current Insurance Coverage, Financial Proposal Form, Certificate re California GC 1090 and Disclosure of Interests, Payee Data Record STD 204, Bidder Referenc. Review the full document from 22Nd District Agricultural Association for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Del Mar, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
