Opportunity
SAM #91003126Q0030
Comprehensive Venue and Conference Services for 2026 Federal Student Aid Training Conference
Buyer
Federal Student Aid
Posted
July 13, 2026
Respond By
July 28, 2026
Identifier
91003126Q0030
NAICS
561920, 721110
The U.S. Department of Education, Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA), is seeking a firm fixed price contract for comprehensive venue and conference services for the December 2026 Federal Student Aid Training Conference (FSATC). - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Education, Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA), FSA Contracts Operations Division - Scope of Requirement: - Venue and related services for an in-person conference hosting 5,000 to 7,000 attendees - Core event management, including pre-conference planning, on-site operations, and post-conference closeout - Conference space, lodging accommodations, and food service capabilities - Advanced audiovisual (A/V) and IT infrastructure for large-scale presentations and sessions - Accessibility compliance for all facilities and services - Security, parking, and transportation coordination - Exhibitor and demonstration areas, registration and attendance support - Janitorial services, restrooms, and safety/continuity planning - Products/Services Requested (CLINs): - Core Event Management (CLIN 0001) - Space, Parking, Security, Miscellaneous (CLIN 0002) - A/V & Production (CLIN 0003) - Light Refreshments (CLIN 0004) - Lodging (CLIN 0005) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Venue must be within the continental U.S., near major airports, and preferably in cities with FSA regional offices - Emphasis on accessibility, technical support, and value-added concessions - All services must support a fully in-person event with high attendee volume - No specific OEMs or named vendors are referenced in the solicitation or attachments.
Description
The purpose of this requirment is to secure a venue suitable for hositing the FSATC multi-day conference. The selected venue must provide adequate conference facilities, lodging capacity, food service capabilities, and advanced audio - visual infrrastructure which should accomidate approximately 5,000 to 7,000 finacial professionals, higher education partners, and federal staff. See Statemen of Work.