DL&W Station Public Programming and Event Management

The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority is seeking a licensee to develop and manage public programming and events at Buffalo’s DL&W Station, under a three-year license with two one-year options.

Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority


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Open
RFP 260065
Dec 10, 2026 04:00 PM
Nov 10, 2026 02:00 PM
3 years base + 2 × 1 year options
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Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Contact
mark.pereira@nfta.com
+17168554706
181 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY, USA
Submission Instructions
Description

The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority seeks a licensee to plan, coordinate, advertise, and manage public programming and events at the DL&W Station, with a primary focus on activating the Sky Deck and optional programming on the Riverview Platform. Proposals focused only on the Riverview Platform are nonresponsive. The scope includes staffing and event supervision, obtaining permits and licenses, coordinating vendors, providing temporary event infrastructure and amenities, and repairing event-related site damage. The licensee must also provide post-event evaluations covering finances, participation, visitor perceptions, and future program viability. The selected respondent will enter a three-year license agreement with two one-year options. The proposal must include a technical response covering project implementation, organization, key personnel and resumes, related projects, references, and background experience; a cost proposal using the provided revenue plan workbook; and the required forms and questionnaire. The workbook and accompanying narrative must present projected revenue and expenses, including the annual base fee, revenue-sharing percentages, third-party fees, and any proposed startup costs. The proposal is submitted electronically through the NFTA’s Bonfire procurement portal.

Classification Codes
NAICS711310Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities
PSCR708Public Relations Services(includes writing services, event planning and management, media relations, radio and television analysis, and press services)
Smart Codes
event programming managementevent planning and coordinationrevenue planning
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Nov 10, 2026 02:00 PM-Open Date
Nov 16, 2026 04:00 PM-Registration Deadline for Site Inspection
Nov 18, 2026 04:00 PM-Pre-Proposal Meeting and Site Inspection (optional)
Proponents must register to attend by November 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST. The prospective contractor is required to become familiar with the work before submitting a proposal.
Nov 19, 2026 04:00 PM-Questions Due
Dec 02, 2026 10:00 PM-NFTA Responses to Questions
Dec 10, 2026 04:00 PM-Proposal Due Date
Requirements
Required
  • General Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Auto Liability — $1,000,000.00
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Employer's Liability
  • Liquor Liability — $1,000,000.00
Scored
  • Client point of contact required for each reference
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