University of Illinois at Chicago
Exemption #VLH438
Announcement of an Exempt Purchase
Award Info Published Thursday August 20, 2026
Progressive Sound Movement IncChicago, IL
- Amount: $140,000
- 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 Thursday, August 20, 2026
The University awarded a contract for a Management Firm.
Management firm to secure the artist for the Spark Concert in September.
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)) Spark is the University's largest student event and plays a significant role in fostering social belonging and student engagement. Without this exemption, the University would be required to significantly alter the event, potentially compromising the planned programming and creating additional financial obligations associated with the event.
For instructions on how to obtain a comprehensive purchase description, disclosure or contract forms, contact:
Vernell Hammons
UIC Purchasing and Contract Management
809 S. Marshfield Ave.
3rd floor (MC 560)
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (312) 996-3409
FAX: (312) 996-3135
UIC Purchasing and Contract Management
809 S. Marshfield Ave.
3rd floor (MC 560)
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: (312) 996-3409
FAX: (312) 996-3135
The State of Illinois has a policy to encourage prospective vendors to hire qualified veterans, minorities, females, persons with disabilities and ex-offenders.