Community Production Partner for Juneteenth Celebration 2027

The City of Asheville is seeking a qualified organization to plan and produce its 2027 Juneteenth celebration, with MWBE participation goals suspended during the stated policy pause.

City of Asheville


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298-FY27-CREF-RFP-Juneteenth-27
Sep 18, 2026 12:00 PM
Jul 23, 2026 06:47 PM
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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jfillman@ashevillenc.gov
Description

The City of Asheville is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to plan and produce the City's 2027 Juneteenth celebration in a manner that honors the significance of Juneteenth and reflects community priorities. The solicitation is a Request for Proposals. Addendum 1 states that the Asheville Business Inclusion Policy Operational Pause is in effect from August 21 through December 21, 2026. During this pause, the Asheville Business Inclusion Policy and MWBE participation goal requirements identified in the RFP are no longer required. Proposers must acknowledge the addendum in their submissions; failure to do so may result in a proposal being deemed nonresponsive.

Classification Codes
NAICS711320Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events without Facilities
PSCR408Program Management/Support Services
Smart Codes
event planningcommunity celebration productioncultural event management
Specifications
Service
Timeline
Jul 21, 2026-RFP Issuance
Jul 23, 2026-Posted Date
Aug 12, 2026-Optional Pre-Proposal Meeting (optional)
Google Meet video call; dial (US) +1 385-645-7802, PIN: 910 660 352#
Aug 17, 2026-Questions Due
Aug 24, 2026-Addendum 1 Issue Date
Sep 18, 2026-Proposal Due
Sep 18, 2026-Opening Date
Oct 30, 2026-Projected Project Start
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