KIN 3802-Chapter 3 (Event Bidding)
Questions and Answers All Solved.
What is the purpose of soliciting bids? - Answer - to identify the most qualified prospective
hosts for the event
- hosts for sporting events are often local sport commissions, conventions and visitors' bureaus
(CVB), civic organizations, and colleges or athletic conferences
- for larger mega-events, a city or a country may serve as a host
When bidding for events, hosts are looking for events that will: - Answer - enhance the
economy
- provide a catalyst for improving the host community's infrastructure and facility
- enhance community image
- provide an increased quality of life
- showcase the community's attributes and benefits
A ________________ outlines an event's minimum requirements. - Answer - request for
proposal (RFP)
Most often-cited requirements for sport events concern venue: - Answer - facility
specifications
- playing surface
- spectator capacity
- locker rooms
- amenities
- minimum requirements may also include: dates, event staff and officials, and any fees or
revenue guarantees
Organizations requesting bids assess a host location's suitability for event by evaluating other
attributes of the bidder such as: - Answer - experience in Hosting Events
- financial strength and abilities
- level of community support
- support services such as transportation, housing, and meals
Feasibility studies - Answer - involve detailed forecasting and careful evaluation of available
physical facilities, financial resources, human resources, community support, and political
support
Questions and Answers All Solved.
What is the purpose of soliciting bids? - Answer - to identify the most qualified prospective
hosts for the event
- hosts for sporting events are often local sport commissions, conventions and visitors' bureaus
(CVB), civic organizations, and colleges or athletic conferences
- for larger mega-events, a city or a country may serve as a host
When bidding for events, hosts are looking for events that will: - Answer - enhance the
economy
- provide a catalyst for improving the host community's infrastructure and facility
- enhance community image
- provide an increased quality of life
- showcase the community's attributes and benefits
A ________________ outlines an event's minimum requirements. - Answer - request for
proposal (RFP)
Most often-cited requirements for sport events concern venue: - Answer - facility
specifications
- playing surface
- spectator capacity
- locker rooms
- amenities
- minimum requirements may also include: dates, event staff and officials, and any fees or
revenue guarantees
Organizations requesting bids assess a host location's suitability for event by evaluating other
attributes of the bidder such as: - Answer - experience in Hosting Events
- financial strength and abilities
- level of community support
- support services such as transportation, housing, and meals
Feasibility studies - Answer - involve detailed forecasting and careful evaluation of available
physical facilities, financial resources, human resources, community support, and political
support
