Local Supplier Engagement and Readiness Forum for 2028 Olympics by Team OKC in Collaboration with BaAM

Team OKC, in collaboration with BaAM, is hosting an in-person Local Supplier Engagement and Readiness Forum on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, to introduce Oklahoma businesses to potential procurement opportunities associated with the two Olympic events being staged in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City will stage Softball and Slalom Paddle competitions as part of the 2028 Games. This forum is designed to help local businesses better understand anticipated procurement opportunities, processes and delivery expectations associated with the planning and execution of these events.

Attendees will hear from representatives from Team OKC and BaAM and gain insight into:

• The 2028 program and Oklahoma City’s role in staging two Olympic events
• BaAM’s role in contributing to the planning, design, procurement and delivery of the events in Oklahoma City
• Venue locations, footprints and anticipated operational requirements
• Anticipated categories of goods and services that may be procured
• Potential opportunities for local businesses to participate directly or through partnerships with national suppliers
• Team OKC Logistics General Discussion of FFE & Rate Card
• Supplier performance expectations and service standards
• An overview of anticipated procurement milestones and processes, including Expression of Interest (EOI), supplier qualification, bidding, award and contracting
• Anticipated supplier qualification requirements
• The procurement lifecycle and what prospective suppliers can expect throughout the process

The session will also feature a panel discussion with representatives from Team OKC and BaAM, providing attendees with an opportunity to ask questions and gain additional insight into the project and future procurement process.

The forum is open to Oklahoma-based businesses across a broad range of industries. Businesses with capabilities in areas such as the following are encouraged to register:

• Civil construction and site development
• Temporary power, lighting, HVAC and utility services
• Electrical, plumbing, water and waste solutions
• Modular buildings, temporary structures and tents
• Seating, grandstands, tribunes and event infrastructure
• Carpentry, fit-out, rigging and scaffolding services
• Ground protection, fencing and site protection systems
• Surveying, geotechnical and engineering services
• Portable sanitation and facility services
• Landscaping and site restoration
• Broadcast, production and event support services
• Equipment, materials and specialty trade services

Whether your organization has extensive experience supporting major events or is seeking its first opportunity in this sector, we encourage you to attend and learn more about how to position your business for potential future opportunities.