Specifications include, but are not limited to: The work involved will include the researching and negotiating for the most cost-effective conference and lodging space within the date and space requirements set by the Department of Public Advocacy. The work involved will include. Research available conference and lodging space. # Determine availability of conference space and lodging. # Conduct property assessments of available conference and lodging space. # Facilitate planning meetings and site visits with prospective vendors. Detailed Analysis of all available vendors meeting agency requirements. # Request vendor quotes for meeting space, lodging, food service, A/V systems. # Review and provide feedback on vendor quotes. # Negotiate for best agency pricing. Review and evaluate cost proposals to make recommendation of most cost-effective conference site. # Conduct conference evaluation with Education, Law Operations, and OPA teams for final selection of conference site. # Provide report on evaluation and recommendation for conference site.