Cosley Zoo Pumpkin Fest & Spooktacular Sponsorship and Vendor Opportunities 2026
Wheaton Park DistrictSpecial District · Wheaton, IL- Due
- Oct 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Jenny Ackerman
- (630) 510-4961
The 30-second brief
Cosley Zoo, a facility of the Wheaton Park District, is soliciting sponsors and vendors for its 2026 Pumpkin Fest and Spooktacular events. Pumpkin Fest runs the entire month of October with an estimated 18,000 attendees, while Spooktacular is a one-night event on October 16, 2026, with a crowd of 750. Sponsorship levels range from $1,000 to $5,000, offering benefits such as logo placement on roadside banners, social media posts, and newsletters. Vendor booth opportunities are available for $100 to $600 depending on the duration and location. All vendors must supply candy or items for 750 attendees for the Spooktacular event. Applications and payments are managed by Jenny Ackerman at the Wheaton Park District.
Digital logos in png/tif/ai/bmp format, Candy or items for 750 attendees
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Summary
Cosley Zoo, a facility of the Wheaton Park District, is soliciting sponsors and vendors for its 2026 Pumpkin Fest and Spooktacular events.
Pumpkin Fest runs the entire month of October with an estimated 18,000 attendees, while Spooktacular is a one-night event on October 16, 2026, with a crowd of 750. Sponsorship levels range from $1,000 to $5,000, offering benefits such as logo placement on roadside banners, social media posts, and newsletters. Vendor booth opportunities are available for $100 to $600 depending on the duration and location. All vendors must supply candy or items for 750 attendees for the Spooktacular event. Applications and payments are managed by Jenny Ackerman at the Wheaton Park District.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Digital logos in png/tif/ai/bmp format, Candy or items for 750 attendees
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Sponsorship Commitment & Payment Summary, Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- 855 W Prairie Ave., Wheaton IL 60187
- Scope location
- Wheaton, IL
- Reported agency
- Cosley Zoo
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from Wheaton Park District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 16, 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: 855 W Prairie Ave., Wheaton IL 60187. For questions, contact Jenny Ackerman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Wheaton Park District in IL, 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 Quote 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 Jenny Ackerman at (630) 510-4961. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Digital logos in png/tif/ai/bmp format, Candy or items for 750 attendees. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Wheaton Park District?
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What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
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: Sponsorship Commitment & Payment Summary, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Wheaton Park District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wheaton, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.