National Veterans Golden Age Games (NVGAG) PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT EVENT MANAGEMENT

The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued solicitation 36C10X26Q0052 to secure onsite tournament event management and labor for the 2026 National Veterans Golden Age Games (NVGAG) Pickleball competition. This requirement is classified under NAICS 711320, Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events without Facilities, and PSC R499, SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER. There is no set-aside designated for this procurement, noted as set-aside NONE; explanation: NONE. Proposals are due by February 27, 2026, and the primary point of contact is Jaime Bennett.

The contractor will provide comprehensive event management for a pickleball tournament in Tampa, Florida, from June 26 through July 1, 2026, with daily hours of 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. including setup and breakdown. The scope involves managing a competition for up to 400 veteran athletes competing in male, female, and mixed doubles across eight age divisions ranging from 55 to 90 and older. The primary tournament format is double-elimination play, consisting of the best two out of three games to 11 points, though this format is subject to change based on final registration numbers.

Although the tournament events are held in Tampa, the notice metadata identifies the place of performance as DC, USA. The solicitation includes four attachments: the primary solicitation document, a tournament management spreadsheet, a past performance questionnaire, and a question-and-answer template. All support services must facilitate divisions determined by age and skill levels once registration closes.