2025 Teacher's Gala

The Maryland State Department of Education is seeking a contractor to provide a venue for the 2025 Teacher's Gala, which will be held on October 10, 2025. The venue must be able to accommodate 700 guests and provide a fine dining experience. The contractor will be responsible for providing space, décor, audio/visual equipment, and security for the event. The contractor must have experience providing a venue for a formal, sit-down dinner event for at least 700 guests. Some key responsibilities and tasks of the contractor include: • Providing a facility located within central Maryland with ample access to expressways • Providing space adequate for 700 people and for movement with relative ease between tables and the stage • Providing decorative linens for all tables and centerpieces • Providing audio/visual equipment, including video screens, PA system, and podium with microphone • Providing security inside the venue and in the parking area used by attendees during the event • Providing a fine dining experience with seating for 700 guests to be served a hot meal, including a reception and dinner with options for guests with dietary restrictions.