Description
Colby Community College is seeking a qualified stock contractor to produce its annual college rodeo event in September 2021 at the Thomas County Fairgrounds. The vendor will be responsible for the full rodeo production, including providing arena direction, rough‑stock livestock, pick‑up men, at least two professional bullfighters, and managing all timed (slack) events, neck‑rope, and finals. The contract does not require the vendor to supply an announcer, contestant payments, or venue security, but the vendor must carry required insurance and may need to furnish a performance bond. Bids must be sealed, tax‑exempt, and submitted by July 19, 2021, with the award decision expected July 26, 2021.
• Full rodeo production management (arena director, livestock, bullfighters, timed events)
• Required insurance and possible performance/public‑works bond
• Sealed, tax‑exempt bid submission; no sales tax added due to college’s tax‑exempt status
• Event dates: September 17‑19, 2021 (3‑day event)
• Primary contact: Seth Carter, Colby Community College