How to bid on the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl grant from the City of Jacksonville, FL

What the City of Jacksonville is buying

The City of Jacksonville, Florida, is offering a $270,000 grant for the Fiscal Year 2026-27 TaxSlayer Gator Bowl football game. This grant is specifically for Gator Bowl Sports, doing business as the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl. This opportunity is for the organization directly involved in managing and executing the event.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on July 30, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 13, 2026, at 10:27 AM ET. All submissions must be completed before this exact time.

Responses received after the deadline will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This grant opportunity is specifically for Gator Bowl Sports, d/b/a TaxSlayer Gator Bowl. It falls under the professional services category, as it supports the operations and execution of a major sporting event. Firms or organizations directly responsible for the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl event are the intended recipients.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents and instructions, you need to go to the City of Jacksonville's Oracle procurement portal. You can view the public abstract for negotiation SS 18089-26 directly on the portal without signing in.

To download any attached documents or to submit a response, you will need to register a free supplier account on the Oracle portal. Ensure your submission is completed before the August 13, 2026, 10:27 AM ET deadline. For questions, contact Olive Wallace Cohen at [email protected].

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When responding to a grant opportunity like this, ensure your proposal clearly outlines how the funds will be used to support the specified event. Detail the benefits and impact of the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl on the City of Jacksonville.

Carefully review all attached documents on the Oracle portal. Pay close attention to any specific requirements or criteria the City of Jacksonville has outlined for the grant. Ensure your response is complete, accurate, and submitted well in advance of the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.