Reissue Conf: Shaping the Future for Child Care

The State of Minnesota is seeking proposals for a conference venue to host the Office of the Ombuds for Family Child Care Providers, Reissue Conference: Shaping the Future for Family Child Care Providers, in 2026 and 2027. The venue must be located in one of the following Minnesota counties: Stearns, Benton, Sherburne, Morrison, or Mille Lacs. The venue must provide audio-visual equipment, onsite parking, and lodging for approximately 100-125 attendees. The contract term is anticipated to be from August 27, 2026, to December 31, 2027, with the option to extend up to an additional 12 months. • The conference will take place on October 16-18, 2026, and October 22-24, 2027. • The venue must provide audio-visual equipment as requested in the 2026/2027 Exhibit D Price Schedules and Exhibit C, Supplement 1 Specifications. • The venue must provide free parking for both event years. • The State reserves the right to inspect the facility prior to award and may reject a responder based on issues such as odors, damaged furniture, or unsanitary conditions.