Concert Promotion and Venue Partnership Services

Fargo Public Schools is seeking a long-term promotion firm to present and operate concerts, events, and live entertainment at Bluestem Amphitheater in Moorhead, Minnesota.

Fargo Public Schools


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Open (open)
2026-27-0003
Oct 22, 2026 03:00 PM
Oct 07, 2026 01:00 PM
$120,000.00
5 years base + 2 × 5 years options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Description

Fargo Public Schools is seeking a long-term independent promoter to partner in presenting professional concerts, events, and live entertainment at Bluestem Amphitheater in Moorhead, Minnesota. The promoter will be responsible for artist booking and settlement, production, staffing, security, crowd and emergency management, ticketing, concessions and alcohol service, marketing, event cleanup, licensing, and other resources needed to operate events safely and professionally. The proposal must address company qualifications and financial stability, relevant venue and concert experience, an operating and safety plan, marketing and promotion, sponsorship development, financial terms, reporting, insurance and legal compliance, and additional value such as educational partnerships or community engagement. The minimum financial expectations are eight events per operating season, $15,000 facility rental per event, and a $120,000 guaranteed annual payment to the District. The anticipated agreement is an initial five-year term with up to two additional five-year renewal periods by mutual written agreement, satisfactory performance, and Board approval.

Classification Codes
NAICS711310Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities
PSCM1ABOPERATION OF CONFERENCE SPACE AND FACILITIES
Smart Codes
concert promotionlive event productionvenue sponsorship development
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Oct 07, 2026 01:00 PM-Open Date
Oct 13, 2026 03:00 PM-Facility Walkthrough (required)
One of two required walkthrough opportunities; an additional walkthrough is scheduled for October 15, 2026, at 2:00 P.M.
Oct 15, 2026 07:00 PM-Facility Walkthrough (required)
One of two required walkthrough opportunities; an additional walkthrough is scheduled for October 13, 2026, at 10:00 A.M.
Oct 19, 2026 03:00 PM-Questions Due Date
Oct 22, 2026 03:00 PM-Proposal Submission Deadline
Oct 26, 2026-Shortlist and Interviews
Oct 30, 2026-Shortlist and Interviews End
Nov 24, 2026-Board Approval
Requirements
Required
  • General Liability — $2,000,000.00
  • Automobile Liability
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Employer's Liability
  • Liquor Liability
  • Umbrella Liability
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
Yes
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