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Programming and Management for Freedom 250 Great American State Fair in Abu Dhabi

The U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi, Public Diplomacy Section, is seeking a grantee to design and implement the programmatic elements of the Freedom 250 Great American State Fair in Abu Dhabi. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi, Public Diplomacy Section - Scope of Work: - Develop, curate, and execute all programming for a three-day fair celebrating 250 years of American independence - Activities include interactive gaming attractions, themed parades, entertainment showcases, curated exhibitions, family experiences, and a culinary and retail village - Recruit and manage at least 30 American culinary and retail vendors - Attract a minimum of 20,000 visitors and generate broad visibility for U.S. culture and commerce - Focus on American heartland culture, creativity, entrepreneurship, and culinary traditions - Advance American commercial interests and strengthen U.S.-UAE relations - Unique Requirements: - Grantee must coordinate with a UAE Local Entity (which will provide venue and operational support) - Applicants must have at least two years of experience in large-scale event management, cultural programming, vendor coordination, and public engagement - Only not-for-profit organizations, public/private educational institutions, and non-profit/governmental educational institutions registered in the U.S. or UAE are eligible - No venue operations or infrastructure are included in the grantee's scope - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated funding is up to $1,000,000 for a 12 to 18-month period of performance

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The U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi, Public Diplomacy Section, is seeking proposals to develop and implement the programmatic elements of a three-day Freedom 250 Great American State Fair. The event will showcase authentic American heartland culture, creativity, entrepreneurship, entertainment, culinary traditions, and music through immersive public programming designed for UAE audiences. The grantee will be responsible for designing, curating, and implementing the fair's programming and participant experience, focusing on American cultural and commercial activations, vendor recruitment, and public engagement. The initiative aims to advance American commercial interests, enhance American brand visibility, and strengthen the U.S.-UAE bilateral relationship.

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