(1) Vendor needs to provide community and cultural special events management service. – Submit a Special Event application for each special event provided at least 90 days ahead of scheduled activity. – Track and maintain a shareable document that logs hours worked from Event Development/Design, Planning, Implementation, and Final Execution including debriefs. – Develop marketing strategy for each selected event at least 120 days in advance including but not limited to Save the Date, General Marketing, and Vendor promotion. – Ensure all vendors have necessary permits and licenses for scheduled operations. – Develop a detailed communication plan for engaging the full community, including but not limited to the residents, businesses, and local community–based organizations. – Provide a day–of–operations plan that includes load in/out, communications, partnership responsibilities, etc. – Identify at least three opportunities to include partnerships that will enhance the event experience (2) All the questions must be submitted no later than January 16, 2025. (3) Pre–bid meeting will be held on January 9, 2025.