Opportunity
Illinois BidBuy #26-406AGR-STATE-B-50848
Exclusive Grandstand Beer Concession Operation at Illinois State Fairgrounds
Posted
March 06, 2026
Respond By
March 26, 2026
Identifier
26-406AGR-STATE-B-50848
NAICS
722410
This opportunity involves the exclusive operation of the Grandstand Beer Concession at the Illinois State Fairgrounds: - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Agriculture (AGR), for the Illinois State Fairgrounds - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified concession operators - Products/Services Requested: - Exclusive operation and maintenance of alcohol dispensing and concession services at the Grandstand during the Illinois State Fair - Vendor will be the sole provider of alcohol services at this venue - Bid submission must be a percentage of gross receipts (minimum 15%) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contract awarded to the highest bidder based on percentage of gross receipts paid to the State - All required documents must be completed and uploaded to avoid disqualification - No small business set-asides or BEP/VBP participation goals - Initial contract term is one year, with an option to renew for eight additional years
Description
This solicitation is for the exclusive operation and maintenance of the Grandstand Beer Concession at the Illinois State Fairgrounds during the Illinois State Fair. The contract is awarded to the highest bidder offering the best return to the State, based on a percentage of gross receipts paid to the Illinois State Fair. The initial term is for one year with an option to renew for eight additional years, and vendors must submit pricing as a percentage of gross receipts with a minimum bid of 15%.