Rodeo Stock RFP 2025

The Missoula County RFP seeks a qualified rodeo stock contractor to provide all livestock, arena personnel, feed, equipment, and production services for the 2026 and 2027 Missoula Stampede rodeo events (five‑night PRCA‑sanctioned shows each year). The contractor must be a PRCA member in good standing, supply a full complement of rodeo animals (bareback horses, saddle broncs, bulls, steers, tie‑down calves, mutton‑busting sheep, etc.), manage arena direction, recruit contestants, handle animal welfare, and coordinate with county‑provided resources such as lodging, arena facilities, and veterinary support. The contract includes a two‑year base term with optional extensions up to five additional years, and the award will be based on technical capability, experience, financial stability, and cost proposal. • Provide all livestock (timed‑event cattle, rough‑stock animals, breakaway calves) and associated feed/equipment for five nightly rodeos each year. • Deliver full arena production services: arena director, rodeo secretary, judges, bull fighters, pickup men, and year‑round consultation on rodeo improvement. • Meet insurance requirements (US $1 M per occurrence, $2 M aggregate general liability, workers’ compensation, professional liability) and submit audited financial statements, references, and PRCA experience documentation. • Coordinate housing logistics for livestock on‑site or via daily haul, and comply with PRCA head‑count rules if a four‑performance schedule is pursued. • Adhere to a strict timeline: questions due Dec 12 2025, proposal due Dec 29 2025, interviews Jan 7 2026, award Jan 14 2026, with events commencing Aug 4‑8 2026 and Aug 10‑14 2027.