Opportunity
Delaware My Market Place #HSS26022A-EVENTVENUE
Delaware DHSS Solicits Vendors for Statewide Event Venues and Services
Posted
May 14, 2026
Respond By
July 10, 2026
Identifier
HSS26022A-EVENTVENUE
NAICS
561599, 561920
The State of Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), Office of the Secretary, is seeking qualified vendors to provide venues and related services for conferences, trainings, community forums, and engagement events statewide. - Government Buyer: - State of Delaware Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS), Office of the Secretary - Division of Public Health - Products/Services Requested: - Venue rental for events ranging from small meetings to large conferences (up to 400+ attendees) - Related services including: - On-site catering (alcohol prohibited) - Audio-visual equipment and support - Breakout rooms - Wi-Fi access - Parking - Designated breastfeeding areas - Event logistics support - Procurement Structure: - Establishment of a pool of approved vendors, categorized into eight tiers based on event size and service capacity - Multiple awards anticipated, with selection based on event size, scope, and geographic location - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must hold a Delaware business license and meet insurance requirements - No storage or transfer of non-public State of Delaware data outside the United States - Compliance with state terms and conditions, including completion of required forms (vendor information, non-collusion, confidentiality, business references, subcontractor forms if applicable) - Alcohol is not permitted at any state event - No specific OEMs or named vendors are identified in the solicitation - Locations: - Services to be provided at various locations throughout the State of Delaware
Description
The State of Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Office of the Secretary, is seeking professional services from vendors who can provide event space for State of Delaware events. This request for proposals aims to establish a pool of approved vendors to provide venues and related services for hosting conferences, trainings, community forums, and other engagement events throughout the state. Awards will be made to multiple providers based on event size, scope, and geographic location. The solicitation includes a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and requires proposals to be submitted by July 10, 2026.