Specifications include, but are not limited to: The purpose of this request for proposal (RFP) is to secure services in support for George Mason University (hereinafter referred to as "Mason") in three areas of importance that involve Mason s Patriot Center and its Intercollegiate Athletic department. These include: A. Arena Management: Comprehensive professional management of the operation of the Patriot Center located on Mason s Fairfax Campus in Fairfax, Virginia. B. Sponsorships Management: Sell, service and activate corporate sponsorships with respect to the Patriot Center and the Intercollegiate Athletics (ICA) program at Mason C. Ticket Sales: Develop, implement and manage an outbound-ticket sales function for Men s basketball. Mason seeks a partner who will develop and operate an outbound ticket sales operation to include group sales, season ticket sales and individual game sales. Note that ticket purchasing (e.g., online) and at the Patriot Center ticket office will be the responsibility of the Arena Management function specified above