Description
The County of Missoula is seeking a qualified, PRCA‑member rodeo stock contractor to provide all livestock, arena personnel, feed, equipment, and production services for the 2026 (and 2027) Missoula Stampede rodeo. The contractor must own or subcontract sufficient stock for five PRCA‑sanctioned performances, manage arena direction, recruit contestants, handle animal welfare, and coordinate with County staff on marketing, logistics, and year‑round rodeo development. The contract runs for an initial two‑year term with optional extensions up to a total of seven years, includes County‑provided added‑money funds for certain events, and requires the contractor to carry specified insurance and meet financial‑statement requirements.
• Provide all livestock (bareback horses, steers, saddle broncs, bulls, mutton‑busting sheep, etc.) and associated feed/equipment.
• Deliver full arena staffing and direction, including judges, arena director, bull fighters, and other rodeo personnel.
• Assume responsibility for animal welfare, transport, housing logistics, and compliance with PRCA standards, while coordinating with County‑provided facilities and services.