Opportunity
Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1002-1003-001-133366
MDAR seeks venue provider for Agricultural Resource Fair in Franklin County, MA
Posted
September 10, 2026
Respond By
September 28, 2026
Identifier
BD-27-1002-1003-001-133366
NAICS
721110
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) is seeking a venue provider for a one-day Agricultural Resource Fair in Franklin County, Massachusetts. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR), Purchasing Department - Venue Requirements: - Location must be in Franklin County, near major highways - Main hall to accommodate 30-40 exhibitor tables - Seating for approximately 200 attendees, vendors, and staff - Two or three smaller rooms for presentations, equipped with AV technology (projectors, sound systems) - Handicap accessibility (ADA compliance) - Ample parking and access to electricity - Catering services for beverages and light snacks - Eligible Vendors: - Commonwealth-owned or operated facilities, educational institutions, non-profit, or private entities able to contract with MDAR - Preference for Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) participants - Notable Requirements: - Venue must be able to provide AV equipment and setup - Contract is limited to MDAR use only, not a statewide contract - Reserved weather rescheduling date included - No specific OEMs or product manufacturers are mentioned; opportunity is open to all eligible venue providers meeting requirements.
Description
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) is seeking responses from venues to host a one-day Agricultural Resource Fair event on March 5, 2027, with a weather rescheduling date of March 12, 2027. The venue should be located in Franklin County, near major highways, and able to accommodate approximately 200 attendees, vendors, and staff. Requirements include handicap accessibility, a main hall for 30-40 exhibitor tables, smaller rooms for presentations with AV equipment, ample parking, and catering services for beverages and light snacks. The contract will be awarded to a Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) participant providing the best value to the Commonwealth.