Request for Proposals for AV Production Services for the Precinct Black Box Theater
ID: 367 • State: California
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Background
The City of Dublin is refurbishing an existing facility to create the Dublin Arts Center (DAC), which will serve as a hub for cultural arts programming. The DAC is expected to open in fall 2026 and will include various facilities such as a black box theater, art gallery, classrooms, and studios. The City seeks a qualified AV production partner to support both individual productions and ongoing operational needs of the Precinct Black Box Theater, designed for smaller-scale performances.
Work Details
The contractor will provide AV production services for the Precinct Black Box Theater, including:
- Technical operations of the theater with demonstrated experience in operating permanent AV systems.
- Integration with the City’s installed AV systems, including audio routing and lighting control.
- Coordination with City IT for troubleshooting and updates.
- Setup and breakdown of AV equipment as needed for events.
- Provision of technicians to operate AV equipment during productions.
- Designing lighting schemes to enhance performances and operate video projection systems.
- Coordination during rehearsals and performances, including cueing lighting and sound effects.
- Recording performances for archival purposes or live streaming.
- Support for City-operated programming, rentals, rehearsals, and special events.
Period of Performance
The contract is expected to begin on July 1, 2026, coinciding with the opening of the DAC.
Place of Performance
The services will be performed at the Dublin Arts Center located at 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA 94568.
Bidder Requirements
Contractors must demonstrate experience providing AV production services in small to mid-scale theaters or municipal cultural facilities. They must also provide proof of insurance coverage including:
- $2 million in commercial general liability insurance.
- $2 million in automobile liability insurance.
- Statutory workers' compensation insurance with employer's liability coverage.
The City of Dublin is refurbishing an existing facility to create the Dublin Arts Center (DAC), which will serve as a hub for cultural arts programming. The DAC is expected to open in fall 2026 and will include various facilities such as a black box theater, art gallery, classrooms, and studios. The City seeks a qualified AV production partner to support both individual productions and ongoing operational needs of the Precinct Black Box Theater, designed for smaller-scale performances.
Work Details
The contractor will provide AV production services for the Precinct Black Box Theater, including:
- Technical operations of the theater with demonstrated experience in operating permanent AV systems.
- Integration with the City’s installed AV systems, including audio routing and lighting control.
- Coordination with City IT for troubleshooting and updates.
- Setup and breakdown of AV equipment as needed for events.
- Provision of technicians to operate AV equipment during productions.
- Designing lighting schemes to enhance performances and operate video projection systems.
- Coordination during rehearsals and performances, including cueing lighting and sound effects.
- Recording performances for archival purposes or live streaming.
- Support for City-operated programming, rentals, rehearsals, and special events.
Period of Performance
The contract is expected to begin on July 1, 2026, coinciding with the opening of the DAC.
Place of Performance
The services will be performed at the Dublin Arts Center located at 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA 94568.
Bidder Requirements
Contractors must demonstrate experience providing AV production services in small to mid-scale theaters or municipal cultural facilities. They must also provide proof of insurance coverage including:
- $2 million in commercial general liability insurance.
- $2 million in automobile liability insurance.
- Statutory workers' compensation insurance with employer's liability coverage.
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Opportunity ID
367
Response Deadline
May 29, 2026
Due in 37 Days
Date Posted
April 6, 2026
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$500,000 - $2,000,000
(AI estimate)
Agency Distribution
Low
Source
On 4/6/26 City of Dublin in California issued AV Production Services for the Precinct Black Box Theater with ID 367 due 5/29/26.
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Request for Proposals for AV Production Services for the Precinct Black Box Theater