Town of Blackstone Carnival Operation RFP 2025
Town of BlackstoneCity · Blackstone, MA- Due
- Nov 19, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2025
- Primary contact
- Chad T. Lovett
- (508) 883-1500
The 30-second brief
The Town of Blackstone is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced carnival operators to provide, install, operate, and remove a turnkey carnival for its Semiquincentennial Celebration. The carnival will include rides, games, and food concessions. The event is scheduled for July 24-26, 2026.
Full-service, Turnkey carnival operation including setup, Staffing, Power, Lighting, Ticketing, Cleanup, And teardown; Ferris wheel and balanced mix of rides; All-Day Ride Wristbands and tickets; traditional carnival food concessions; coordination with town-approved food trucks; provision and maintenance of generators, Lighting, Waste containers, And safety equipment; removal of trash and restoration of grounds; compliance with all applicable laws.
Quality and variety of rides (including Ferris wheel), financial return to the Town, safety record and operational reputation, experience with similar events, completeness and quality of proposal.
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Summary
The Town of Blackstone is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced carnival operators to provide, install, operate, and remove a turnkey carnival for its Semiquincentennial Celebration. The carnival will include rides, games, and food concessions. The event is scheduled for July 24-26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Quality and variety of rides (including Ferris wheel)
- Financial return to the Town
- Safety record and operational reputation
- Experience with similar events
- Completeness and quality of proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Full-service, Turnkey carnival operation including setup, Staffing, Power, Lighting, Ticketing, Cleanup, And teardown
- Ferris wheel and balanced mix of rides
- All-Day Ride Wristbands and tickets
- Traditional carnival food concessions
- Coordination with town-approved food trucks
- Provision and maintenance of generators, Lighting, Waste containers, And safety equipment
- Removal of trash and restoration of grounds
- Compliance with all applicable laws
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Proposal Form (Acknowledgment and Signature)
- Certificate of Non-Collusion and Tax Compliance
- Insurance Requirements Summary
- Submit to
- 15 St. Paul Street, Blackstone, MA 01504
- Scope location
- Blackstone, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Blackstone?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2025. 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: 15 St. Paul Street, Blackstone, MA 01504. For questions, contact Chad T. Lovett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Blackstone in MA, 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 Chad T. Lovett at (508) 883-1500. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Full-service, Turnkey carnival operation including setup, Staffing, Power, Lighting, Ticketing, Cleanup, And teardown; Ferris wheel and balanced mix of rides; All-Day Ride Wristbands and tickets; traditional carnival food concessions; coordination with town-approved food trucks; provision and mainte. 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: "Quality and variety of rides (including Ferris wheel), financial return to the Town, safety record and operational reputation, experience with similar events, completeness and quality of proposal." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Blackstone?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Blackstone are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Blackstone 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: Proposal Form (Acknowledgment and Signature), Certificate of Non-Collusion and Tax Compliance, Insurance Requirements Summary. Review the full document from Town of Blackstone for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Blackstone, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.