Bid guide
How to bid on Management and Operation of Shaboo Stage and Jillson Events for Town of Windham
What the Town of Windham is buying
The Town of Windham is looking for a qualified organization or firm to manage and operate the Shaboo Stage, Jillson Square, and Jillson Event Space in Willimantic, Connecticut. This includes coordinating events and rentals, expanding cultural and community programming, increasing facility use, and developing sponsorship and other revenue opportunities. The goal is also to reduce the town’s administrative workload related to these facilities.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on August 27, 2026. All responses must be submitted by September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your proposal before this deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for organizations or firms with experience in venue management, event coordination, and developing community programming. Firms with a background in cultural, entertainment, or recreational facility management, and those capable of generating revenue through sponsorships and increased usage, would be a good fit.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents and respond, you need to visit CTsource, Connecticut's statewide procurement portal. Viewing the bid details is public and does not require an account. However, to download documents or submit your response, you will need a free CTsource account. Make sure to complete your submission before the deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly outline your experience in managing similar public or event spaces. Detail your strategy for increasing facility use and expanding programming. Provide specific examples of how you have successfully developed sponsorship opportunities or other revenue streams in past projects. Emphasize how your approach will reduce the administrative burden for the Town of Windham, aligning with their stated objective.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Town of Windham; the original posting controls.