University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Exemption #1RMJ2750E
Announcement of an Exempt Purchase
Award Info Published Monday October 5, 2026
United Center Joint VentureChicago, IL
- Amount: An estimated $250,000
- Terms: One-time transaction
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The University award process may be delayed as this award goes through a state approval process.
First published Monday, October 5, 2026
The University awarded a contract for Men's Basketball Game Between U if I and UCONN.
The men's varsity basketball team representing Illinois and UCONN shall meet and play at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois
This purchase is exempt from the usual selection processes of the Procurement Code because the procurement expenditure is for athletic, artistic or musical services, performances, events, or productions by or for a public institution of higher education. (30 ILCS 500 / 1-13(b)(4)) This event is paid for exclusively by revenues generated by the event or activity, gifts, or donations for the event or activity, private grants, or any combination thereof. (30 ILCS 500 / 1-13(b)(2))
For instructions on how to obtain a comprehensive purchase description, disclosure or contract forms, contact:
Ryan Johnson
212 Illini Plaza
1817 S. Neil Street
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 244-7922
FAX: (217) 239-6877
212 Illini Plaza
1817 S. Neil Street
Champaign, IL 61820
Phone: (217) 244-7922
FAX: (217) 239-6877
The State of Illinois has a policy to encourage prospective vendors to hire qualified veterans, minorities, females, persons with disabilities and ex-offenders.