Description
The City of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department (CRPD) is seeking a qualified vendor to provide temporary utilities distribution services for the 2026 Jazz and Rib Fest and CBUS Soul Fest events. The successful bidder will be responsible for providing electrical installation, temporary power generation and distribution, and temporary water distribution for the events. The bidder must provide labor, materials, and equipment to perform the work, and must be fully licensed and insured to perform the work. The events will take place in various locations in Columbus, including parks, stages, and streets. The bidder must be able to provide services for multiple vendors, sponsors, and exhibitors, and must be able to work with the CRPD to ensure a successful event.
Some key requirements for the bidder include:
• Providing all materials, labor, and planning necessary to power the event site
• Energizing power panels for all vendors
• Providing generators and lighting for the event site
• Providing temporary water distribution for the event site
• Coordinating with the CRPD to ensure a successful event
The bidder must also provide a detailed price breakdown for their services, including all costs associated with labor, materials, and equipment.
Some of the key events and dates include:
• Jazz and Rib Fest: July 24-26, 2026
• CBUS Soul Fest: September 4-5, 2026
The bidder must be able to provide services for both events, and must be able to work with the CRPD to ensure a successful event.
• Key locations for the events include:
• Parks
• Stages
• Streets
• Vendor locations
• Sponsor locations
• Exhibitor locations
The bidder must be able to provide services for all of these locations, and must be able to work with the CRPD to ensure a successful event.