EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14\/CBS4) \u2014 El Paso County is seeking outside firms to take over the management and day-to-day operation of the historic El Paso County Coliseum, launching a formal Request for Proposal process aimed at maintaining continuity while bringing in experienced facility operators.<\/p>\n
The county is soliciting proposals from qualified firms for the management, operation, marketing and administration of the county-owned venue at 4100 E. Paisano Drive. <\/p>\n
The county is encouraging contractors with a proven track record of managing government-owned facilities to submit proposals.<\/p>\n
Originally opened in 1942, the El Paso County Coliseum has served the region for more than eight decades as a multi-purpose venue and community gathering space. <\/p>\n
Over the years, it has hosted events including rodeos, concerts, sporting events, graduations and family entertainment, and is considered one of the region\u2019s notable cultural and entertainment landmarks.<\/p>\n
A walk-through and pre-proposal conference is scheduled for Tuesday, June 2 at the El Paso County Coliseum.<\/p>\n
Proposals are due June 25 by 2 p.m. <\/p>\n
Responses must be submitted either as hard copies to the Purchasing Office at 800 E. Overland Ave., Suite 300, El Paso, Texas 79901, or electronically through the county\u2019s bidding portal at epcountypurchasing.ionwave.net.<\/a><\/p>\n Interested firms can access the full RFP documents through the county\u2019s electronic bidding platform by clicking on \u201cCurrent Bids.\u201d<\/p>\n