The Metropolitan Entertainment Convention Authority (MECA) is seeking proposals for an AV services provider at the CHI Health Center Omaha. The initial term of the agreement is 36 months, starting July 1, 2026, with potential for two additional 36-month renewals. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for January 22, 2026. Proposals must be submitted by February 11, 2026. The successful bidder must provide various types and quantities of audiovisual systems, operational support equipment, and management support equipment to provide full service to MECA clients, exhibitors, tenants, and patrons. The successful bidder will be required to execute a MECA service agreement prior to performing any portion of work required within the specifications of this RFP. The bidder must provide evidence of insurance coverage.
Two printed copies and one electronic copy of proposals must be submitted and signed by an officer of the company, and delivered before the time set forth in section 1 to MECA's offices: 455 North 10th Street Omaha, NE ****.
MECA will remit payment to the AV C for all amounts due within thirty 30 days following the month of service.
The bidder shall warrant in the contract that the components of this rfp to be purchased for the facilities shall be new and of good and workmanlike quality and fit for the use intended. The bidder shall further warrant that during the manufacturers warranty period that the components will operate in accordance with the manufacturers specifications.
Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria: the company profile, background, experience, and references of the proposing party, service and support, ability to agree to the requested contractual terms and conditions, and financial considerations.
Bidders must be of sufficient financial stature to provide economic certainty to MECA of the reliability of your ability to perform the services required under this agreement, including, but not limited to, the financial ability to indemnify MECA.
Failure of the av c to respond to requests by meca to change undesirable practices or to implement practices to provide the highest level of service may result in cancellation of the agreement. The making of any willfully false report by the av c will be grounds for immediate cancellation and termination of the agreement at the sole discretion of meca.
This is a mandatory prebid meeting. All bidders who may wish to provide a proposal must be present at this meeting.
Final questions are due by January 28, 2026, 1:00 PM CST.