19MU3026R0001 Independence Day July 4th Reception 2026
ID: 19MU3026R0001Type: Solicitation
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY MUSCATWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (711310)

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LEASE/RENTAL OF CONFERENCE SPACE AND FACILITIES (X1AB)
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    The U.S. Embassy in Muscat, Oman, is seeking proposals for the 2026 Independence Day (National Day) Celebration, themed "America 250 Onward." The event, scheduled for April 29, 2026, aims to host approximately 1,000 guests and will feature American-inspired cuisine, live entertainment, and advanced interactive technology experiences. Offerors are required to submit detailed plans that encompass venue selection, catering, security, and cost estimates, demonstrating their capability to meet advanced technical requirements, including augmented reality and projection mapping. Proposals are due by January 5, 2026, and a pre-proposal conference will take place on December 15, 2025, at the U.S. Embassy. Interested parties can contact Muscat Procurement at muscatprocurement@state.gov or by phone at 24643522 for further information.

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    The U.S. Embassy in Oman has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for its 2026 Independence Day (National Day) Celebration, themed "America 250 Onward." The event, scheduled for April 29, 2026, will host approximately 1000 guests and feature American-inspired canapé cuisine, live entertainment, and interactive technology experiences. Offerors must submit detailed plans covering venue, catering, security, and cost estimates, demonstrating their ability to support advanced technical requirements for outsourced components like AR/VR and projection mapping. Proposals are due by January 5, 2026, and will be evaluated based on technical capability, price, and past performance. A pre-proposal conference will be held on December 15, 2025, at the U.S. Embassy in Muscat.
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