22nd District Agricultural Association - Talent Booking and Contracting Services - RFP 26-027 (2026)
22Nd District Agricultural AssociationState Agency · CA- Due
- Jun 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Henry Rivera
- (858) 740-9423
The 30-second brief
The 22nd District Agricultural Association is seeking proposals for professional entertainment/talent buying and contracting services for the San Diego County Fair and Grandstand Stage. Services include artist and entertainer negotiation, procurement, contract administration, and acting as a liaison between the District and talent agents. The contract term is 12 months with two two-year option years. Submission deadline is June 11, 2026. Minimum qualifications require 5 years of demonstrated experience in talent booking for national touring acts or large public events, and 3 comparable projects completed in the last 5 years. Evaluation is based on technical proposal and lowest cost.
Relative Experience and Qualifications (40%), Staffing and Management (30%), Technical Approach and Workplan (30%), Pricing Proposal
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Summary
The 22nd District Agricultural Association is seeking proposals for professional entertainment/talent buying and contracting services for the San Diego County Fair and Grandstand Stage.
Services include artist and entertainer negotiation, procurement, contract administration, and acting as a liaison between the District and talent agents. The contract term is 12 months with two two-year option years. Submission deadline is June 11, 2026. Minimum qualifications require 5 years of demonstrated experience in talent booking for national touring acts or large public events, and 3 comparable projects completed in the last 5 years. Evaluation is based on technical proposal and lowest cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
18- Proposal Cover Letter
- Pricing Proposal
- Current Insurance Coverage
- License to conduct business in the State of California
- Complete Technical Proposal
- Certificate re California GC 1090 and Disclosure of Interests
- Payee Data Record STD 204
- Bidder References
- Contractor Certification Clauses
- Bidder's Declaration
- Subcontractor's Declaration
- Small Business Certification
- Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise Declarations STD 843
- Commercially Useful Function Compliance
- California Civil Rights Laws Attachment
- Darfur Contracting Act Certification
- Iran Contracting Act Verification
- Business in Good Standing
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/sdfair
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Del Mar, CA
- Projected sq ft
- 200,000 sq ft
- 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 June 11, 2026. 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.
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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" 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, Pricing Proposal, Current Insurance Coverage, License to conduct business in the State of California, Complete Technical Proposal, Certificate re California GC 1090 and Disclosu. 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. The total projected area is 200000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
