San Mateo County Transportation Authority Planetbids #145089

Sponsorship Opportunity for Caltrain 2026 Holiday Train Event

This opportunity invites organizations to sponsor the 2026 Caltrain Holiday Train event, supporting a festive, family-oriented public celebration. - Government Buyer: - Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain), managed by the San Mateo County Transit District - Contact: Stephanie Yoshimoto, Manager, Business Partnerships - Sponsorship Levels: - Gold Sponsor ($35,000): - Limited to one sponsor - Naming rights for the Holiday Train - Holiday Train wrap and in-train co-branding for four weeks - Logo on San Francisco Station digital signage for four weeks - Sponsor mention in radio advertising - Logo on Holiday Train web page, social media, email campaign, commemorative ticket, and activity book - Inclusion in press release - Station tabling activation, conductor announcement, pre-sale ticket access, and 6 VIP tickets - Silver Sponsor ($15,000): - Multiple sponsors allowed - Logo on San Francisco Station digital signage for four weeks - Logo on Holiday Train web page, social media, email campaign - Inclusion in press release - Station tabling activation, conductor announcement, pre-sale ticket access - Bronze Sponsor ($5,000): - Multiple sponsors allowed - Logo on Holiday Train web page - Inclusion in press release - Notable Requirements: - Sponsorship proceeds directly support event costs and public accessibility - Sponsorships do not confer procurement preference or contracting advantage - No OEMs or vendors are specified, as this is not a procurement for goods or services - Event Details: - Up to 1,200 guests - Festive activities and live performances - Sponsorship benefits provided in the lead-up and during the event

Description

The Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (JPB), owner and operator of Caltrain commuter rail service, invites organizations and community partners to sponsor the 2026 Holiday Train. Sponsorship proceeds will be used to defray event costs and support a safe, accessible, family-oriented public event. Sponsorship levels include Gold, Silver, and Bronze with various recognition benefits. Interested sponsors should contact Stephanie Yoshimoto by September 4, 2026, to express interest and obtain detailed information. The sponsorship agreements are expected to be fully executed by September 28, 2026.

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