July 2026 Federal Student Aid (FSA) Hiring Fair

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Background The Department of Education - Federal Student Aid (FSA) is organizing an in-person Hiring Fair in July 2026 to support recruitment activities and hiring initiatives. This event aims to provide prospective applicants the opportunity to engage with hiring officials, participate in informational sessions, and complete structured panel interviews to align with workforce planning and staffing priorities. Work Details The contractor will provide a conference/meeting space and associated support services for the FSA Hiring Fair. The venue must meet the following requirements: - Location: Washington, D.C. or Northern Virginia, within a five-to-ten minute walking distance to Metro, and ADA compliant. - Services required include labor, materials, equipment, management for meeting rooms, audiovisual support, logistics coordination, furniture setup, internet connectivity, and janitorial services. Specific functional requirements include: 1. Expo & Plenary Hall (Large Ballroom): - Capacity: 250 people; 2,500 square feet - Layout: Open floor plan with plenary seating for 200 attendees including screen and projection capability, audio support, podium, microphone capability. - Twelve skirted tables arranged in pairs and two waste baskets. 2. Registration Space / Room: - Designated space for attendee check-in with two skirted six-foot tables and two waste baskets. 3. Interview Rooms (6): - Six private rooms for panel interviews accommodating 5-6 people each with necessary furniture and reliable Wi-Fi. 4. Administrative Space: - A workspace of no less than 1000 square feet for FSA staff with access to a multifunction printer. 5. Logistics Support Services: - Site walkthroughs, floor plans, room setup coordination, onsite operational support, and post-event closeout assistance. Period of Performance July 21, 2026 – July 22, 2026 Place of Performance Washington, D.C. or Northern Virginia Bidder Requirements The venue must be ADA compliant and accessible by public transportation. An Event Manager must be assigned by the venue to support logistics and execution.