When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 23, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 3, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $25,000 – $25,000,000.

It was issued by Library Of Congress. The work is located in Washington, District of Columbia, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experience managing large-scale festivals or high-profile public events. Proven expertise in both virtual and in-person event execution. Strong operational and logistics planning capabilities. Familiarity with cultural or literary events. Ability to coordinate with public agencies and diverse stakeholders.

National Book Festival Event Management Services (Due June 23, 2026)

Overview

Events, Printing & Promotional Goods

Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesPosted: May 22nd, 2026Deadline: June 23rd, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a company to deliver full event management services for the National Book Festival, including staging, logistics, and execution support.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

BUDGET

Verified

$25,000 – $25,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Kick-off meeting: Within 5 days of start of period of performance

Proposal submission deadline: June 23rd, 2026

Period of performance: September 30th, 2026 – August 21st, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 3rd, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Library Of Congress

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DESCRIPTION

The agency is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive event management services for the National Book Festival. Services will encompass all aspects of event staging, operations, management, and logistics to ensure a successful and smoothly executed festival.

The selected vendor will be responsible for determining the format of the event—whether virtual, in-person, or hybrid—as well as defining the execution timeline, which may range from a single weekend to several weeks or a longer period. Site selection (if applicable) and detailed planning for each order will also be required to ensure all festival objectives are met.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 23, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 3, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $25,000 – $25,000,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Library Of Congress. The work is located in Washington, District of Columbia, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experience managing large-scale festivals or high-profile public events
Proven expertise in both virtual and in-person event execution
Strong operational and logistics planning capabilities
Familiarity with cultural or literary events
Ability to coordinate with public agencies and diverse stakeholders

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