Opportunity
New York State Contract Reporter #AB-SW-2026 Capital Conf.
Venue and Services for 2026 Statewide Capital Conference in Ithaca, NY
Posted
May 22, 2026
Respond By
June 15, 2026
Identifier
AB-SW-2026 Capital Conf.
NAICS
561920
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP), Capital Program Division, is seeking a venue and related services for its Fall 2026 Statewide Capital Conference in Ithaca, NY. - Venue Requirements: - Main meeting room for up to 130 attendees (banquet style) - At least three breakout rooms (each for 50 people) - Registration area with tables and chairs - Space to host a dinner for all attendees - Catering and Meals: - On-site restaurant or catering for all meals (boxed lunches, plated dinners, buffet breakfasts, lunch and dinner buffets, coffee/snack breaks) - Gluten-free and vegetarian/vegan options required for all meals - Vendors must provide sample menus and fixed prices per meal/break - Alcoholic beverages are excluded - Audio-Visual and Technical Support: - State-of-the-art AV equipment (podiums, projectors, screens, microphones, sound wiring) - Complimentary Wi-Fi for all guests - Onsite technical support during the event - AV must include HDMI connectivity and closed captioning - Staffing and Management: - Dedicated Conference Service Manager required - Wait staff for meal service - Accessibility and Compliance: - Venue must meet accessibility requirements - All gratuity/service fees must be included in pricing - Procurement Details: - Contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications - No specific OEMs or vendors named; prior contracts referenced The Gideon Putnam at Saratoga Spa State Park - Event Duration: - Three-day event; services required for the duration, including setup and teardown
Description
The New York State Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) is seeking a facility to host its Fall 2026 Statewide Capital Conference in Ithaca, New York. The conference will run for three days, beginning at 11:00 AM on Day One and adjourning at 12:30 PM on Day Three, with up to 130 attendees. The venue must provide multiple meeting rooms, catering services including meals with gluten-free and vegetarian options, audio-visual equipment, Wi-Fi, and a dedicated conference service manager. The solicitation includes detailed requirements for meeting spaces, registration areas, and meal services.