Opportunity
Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-26-1100-EED01-EED01-127831
Massachusetts Sports and Entertainment Events Grant Program
Posted
April 09, 2026
Respond By
April 28, 2026
Identifier
BD-26-1100-EED01-EED01-127831
NAICS
926110, 711320, 561591
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development, via the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT), is offering competitive grants to support major sports and entertainment events in the state. - Buyer: Executive Office of Economic Development, Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grant program rather than a procurement of goods or services - Product/Service Requested: - Grant funding for costs associated with hosting major sports or entertainment events - Special emphasis on events related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup - Total program funding is $10 million - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Online-only application process - Open to eligible applicants supporting large-scale events - Eligible for the Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) - Focus on economic development and tourism impact
Description
The solicitation is for the Sports and Entertainment Events Fund, established by Chapter 73 of the Acts of 2025 to support major sports or entertainment events through a competitive grant program. The program is administered by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) and funded with $10 million to support costs related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Applications must be submitted online with all required documentation by April 28, 2026. Grant questions must be submitted in writing by April 21, 2026.