AI Symposium Event Planning and Production

South Dakota State University is seeking event planning and production services for its one-day Innovate AI Symposium, including branding, event technology, marketing, printing, signage, and audiovisual support.

South Dakota State University > Purchasing Office


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26RFP-SDSU11102026
Nov 24, 2026 07:00 PM
Nov 10, 2026 07:37 PM
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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karen.bravek@sdstate.edu
+16056884451
South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD, USA
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Description

South Dakota State University seeks a contractor to plan, promote, manage, and support its Innovate AI Symposium. The scope includes website and brand development; an accessible event management system or mobile app; audiovisual services; pre-event and event-day printing; social media advertising; signage, name badges, rentals, and guest check-in materials; event décor; and designed and produced event merchandise. Digital content and deliverables must meet applicable accessibility requirements and university brand standards. The contractor must provide the personnel, expertise, equipment, and resources needed for the work, and support planning, event execution, and post-event activities. The proposal must address the requested services and include a cost proposal covering labor, materials, software, subcontractor costs, travel, overhead, and other necessary expenses. The stated total contract amount is not to exceed $90,000. The anticipated contract term runs from execution through completion of the services and deliverables, with an anticipated end date of April 30, 2027.

Classification Codes
NAICS561920Convention and Trade Show Organizers
PSCT001Arts/Graphics Services
Smart Codes
event management servicesevent branding and marketingaudiovisual production
Specifications
Supply & Service
Timeline
Nov 16, 2026 07:00 PM-Questions Due
Nov 19, 2026 11:00 PM-Responses to Questions
Nov 24, 2026 07:00 PM-Proposal Submission Deadline
Dec 8, 2026-Anticipated Award Decision and Contract Negotiation
Apr 1, 2027-Innovate AI Symposium (optional)
Requirements
Required
  • Commercial General Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Professional Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Business Automobile Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Employers' Liability
Scored
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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RFP DocumentNov 10, 2026 07:33 PM
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