Temporary staffing to handle merchandise sales

Background
The University of New Orleans (UNO) is seeking bids from qualified merchandising companies to provide staffing for merchandise sales at the UNO Lakefront Arena. The goal of this contract is to enhance the sale of novelty items during various events held at the arena, including concerts, festivals, and sporting events. The selected contractor will work in conjunction with existing arena staff and will be supervised by the Lakefront Arena Manager or Assistant Manager of Food & Beverage.

Work Details
The contractor will provide staffing to sell novelty items at events, manage inventory, and produce settlement reports. Responsibilities include:
- Staffing for merchandise sales during events as scheduled by the University.
- Designating a Company Representative to oversee operations, including scheduling staff, ensuring proper training, maintaining cleanliness of the merchandising area, counting inventory before and after events, and providing settlement reports.
- Ensuring all staff are trained in cash handling procedures and customer service.
- Providing a minimum of 20 employees for larger events and having at least 10 years of experience in event management.
- All products sold will be provided by the University, with the contractor responsible for monitoring inventory during events.
- Staff must adhere to uniform requirements and conduct themselves professionally.

Period of Performance
The initial contract period will last one calendar year from the date of award, with options to extend for four additional twelve-month periods under the same terms and conditions. The total duration shall not exceed sixty months.

Place of Performance
The services will be performed at the University of New Orleans Lakefront Arena located at 2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, Louisiana.