ACOUSTIC MUSIC PERFORMANCE SERVICES AT SLO COUNTY AIRPORT

The County of San Luis Obispo is seeking qualified acoustic musicians to provide live background music in the post‑security courtyard of the SLO County Airport. Performances are scheduled Wednesday‑Saturday, 11 a.m.‑2 p.m., lasting three hours each, with the airport reserving the right to cancel with 24‑hour notice. The contract is expected to run for an initial two‑year term with up to three one‑year extensions, and the County may award multiple musicians based on availability. Proposers must submit a PDF proposal, artist profile, performance samples, references, and fee schedule by September 18, 2026. Insurance (2 M CGL, 2 M Professional Liability) and compliance with county policies are required. Selection will be based on musical quality, suitability for the airport environment, live presence, and cost. • Location: Post‑security courtyard, SLO County Airport (San Luis Obispo, CA) • Performance window: 11 a.m.‑2 p.m., 3‑hour sets, Wednesday‑Saturday • Contract term: 2 years (option for up to three additional 1‑year extensions) • Submission deadline: 3:00 p.m. Sept 18, 2026 (PDF via county purchasing site) • Evaluation criteria: musical quality (30 pts), airport‑fit (30 pts), presence (30 pts), cost (10 pts) • Required insurance: $2 M CGL & $2 M Professional Liability • Primary contact: Richard D. Riley, Buyer ([email protected], (805) 781‑5903)