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University of Washington·Washington

Event Setup Services for UW Office of Ceremonies

Closes 10/30/2026$300k – $1.2MRequest for ProposalLogin required
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Description

The University of Washington’s Office of Ceremonies is seeking qualified firms to provide comprehensive transportation, set‑up, and removal services for university‑owned staging, décor, and related event elements for its major ceremonies (Commencement and Freshman Convocation). The contractor must pick up equipment from the UW Sandpoint Storage Facility, deliver to Husky Stadium and Hec Edmundson Pavilion, assemble according to detailed specifications, attend coordination meetings, and return all assets after each event. Pricing must be all‑inclusive and firm for the first two years, with liquidated‑damage provisions for missed deadlines. • Transport, assembly, and strike of stage structures, chairs, tables, podiums, décor (flowers, trees, columns, signage, banners, carpet, etc.) for both June‑season Commencement and September‑season Convocation. • Provide labor staffing plans, meet pre‑event coordination meetings, and optionally attend site‑visit tours. • Submit detailed, non‑proprietary pricing via the Workday Strategic Sourcing portal; comply with insurance, MWBE, and public‑record requirements.

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Contact

Kassy Ellefson(Sr. Contract Manager)

[email protected]

(206) 543-5827

Key dates

Opened
6/1/2026
Questions due
10/2/2026
Site visit
6/11/2026
Closes
10/30/2026
Duration
5 years

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Event Services
NAICS
561920
Solicitation №
RFP 26-0023 KLE

Budget estimate

$300,000 – $1,200,000

The contract covers two major university ceremonies each year, requiring transportation of dozens of large staging elements, labor crews for set‑up and strike, and supplemental décor rentals. Assuming a mid‑size vendor with a crew of 20‑30 workers, hourly labor rates of $50‑$80, and equipment handling fees, annual costs could range from $300 k for a minimal scope to $1.2 M for a full‑service, high‑volume execution (including overtime, insurance, and liquidated‑damage provisions). Over the initial five‑year term, total contract value might therefore fall between $1.5 M and $6 M.

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