City of Miami Gardens Programming, Management and Operations of Performing Arts Center ITN 25-26-030
City of Miami GardensCity · Miami Gardens, FL- Due
- Aug 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Latora Francis
The 30-second brief
The City of Miami Gardens is issuing an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN No. 25-26-030) for the programming, management, and operations of the new Miami Gardens Performing Arts Center (MGPAC). The facility is designed as a regional destination for arts, entertainment, education, and culinary experiences. The City seeks qualified firms to manage four operational components: programming, facility management, culinary/concessions, and educational initiatives (STEM/Black Box). Proposers may submit for one, multiple, or all four options. Evaluation will be based on qualifications, operating approach, experience, and financial capability. Submissions are due by August 25, 2026. Required documentation includes a financial plan, staffing details, and operational approach for each option proposed.
Qualifications, Proposed operating approach, Financial plan, Staffing plan
Qualifications, proposed operating approach, demonstrated experience, financial capability, overall best interests of the City
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Summary
The City of Miami Gardens is issuing an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN No. 25-26-030) for the programming, management, and operations of the new Miami Gardens Performing Arts Center (MGPAC).
The facility is designed as a regional destination for arts, entertainment, education, and culinary experiences. The City seeks qualified firms to manage four operational components: programming, facility management, culinary/concessions, and educational initiatives (STEM/Black Box). Proposers may submit for one, multiple, or all four options. Evaluation will be based on qualifications, operating approach, experience, and financial capability. Submissions are due by August 25, 2026. Required documentation includes a financial plan, staffing details, and operational approach for each option proposed.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualifications
- Proposed operating approach
- Demonstrated experience
- Financial capability
- Overall best interests of the City
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Qualifications
- Proposed operating approach
- Financial plan
- Staffing plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Addendum 1 ITN-25-26-030, Addendum 3 ITN-25-26-030, ITN No. 25-26-030 Programming Management and Operations of CMG Performing Arts Center, Performing Arts Plans, Black Box Plans, Culinary Plans, STEM Plans, Addendum 2 ITN-25-26-030, Addendum 4, Pre_Proposal Meeting
- Submit to
- Miami-Dade County
- Scope location
- Miami Gardens, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Miami Gardens?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 25, 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: Miami-Dade County. For questions, contact Latora Francis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Miami Gardens in FL, 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 Latora Francis. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Qualifications, Proposed operating approach, Financial plan, Staffing plan. 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: "Qualifications, proposed operating approach, demonstrated experience, financial capability, overall best interests of the City" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Miami Gardens?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Miami Gardens are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Miami Gardens regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Addendum 1 ITN-25-26-030, Addendum 3 ITN-25-26-030, ITN No. 25-26-030 Programming Management and Operations of CMG Performing Arts Center, Performing Arts Plans, Black Box Plans, Culinary Plans, STEM. Review the full document from City of Miami Gardens for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Miami Gardens, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.