When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 14, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $75,000 – $175,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by Florida International University. The work is located in Miami, Florida, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experience providing event rentals, food vending, and entertainment services. Capacity to supply serving staff, consumables, and manage trash removal. Ability to deliver novelty artist services such as henna, airbrush tattoos, and caricatures. Established presence in Florida or nearby states. Proven track record with large-scale public events.

Carnival Event Rentals, Food Vending and Entertainment Services (Due June 14, 2026)

Overview

Events, Printing & Promotional Goods

Miami, Florida, United StatesPosted: March 4th, 2026Deadline: June 14th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking vendors for carnival rentals, food vending, and entertainment services at an event in Florida, including specified food quantities, novelty artists, and T-shirt airbrushing.

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BUDGET

Estimate

$75,000 – $175,000

TIMELINE

Posted Date: March 3rd, 2026

Quotes Due: June 3rd, 2026

Event Date: November 5th, Start Time: 5:00 PM

Issuing Agency

Florida International University

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DESCRIPTION

The project seeks vendors to provide comprehensive carnival event rentals, food vending, and entertainment services. The food service component requires quotations for specified quantities including 200 servings of street corn, 300 fried Oreos, 300 arepas, and 300 servings of fresh squeezed lemonade, with a self-contained dispensing unit required. Vendors must include serving staff, consumables, and trash removal as part of their proposal.

Entertainment services will include novelty artists such as henna artists, airbrush tattoo artists, caricature artists, and airbrush T-shirt artists. For the airbrush T-shirt entertainment, vendors must either supply the quoted quantity of T-shirts or state the requirements for the agency to provide them.

This opportunity is designed to support a large-scale carnival event with diverse food and entertainment offerings, ensuring full-service operations in all areas.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 14, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $75,000 – $175,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Florida International University. The work is located in Miami, Florida, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experience providing event rentals, food vending, and entertainment services
Capacity to supply serving staff, consumables, and manage trash removal
Ability to deliver novelty artist services such as henna, airbrush tattoos, and caricatures
Established presence in Florida or nearby states
Proven track record with large-scale public events

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