FIFA issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the acquisition of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) for FIFA World Cup 2026 — Canada, Mexico and the United States.
The RFI is aiming to identify potential suppliers that cater to and specialize in large scale projects across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The RFI seeks to:
- Understand Market Offerings and Identify Potential Suppliers:
- Gain insights into the products available in the market.
- Evaluate potential suppliers who meet the high standards required for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
- Assess Sustainability Practices and Dissolution Options:
- Ensure suppliers have robust sustainability practices, including the ability to resell, reuse, and recycle materials.
- Cost Estimation:
- Gather preliminary cost information to assist in budgeting and financial planning.
- Logistics and Support:
- Understand the logistics support and after-sales services that suppliers can provide.
Information about the RFI details and the application requirements are located here.
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According to the RFI, FIFA’s Event Logistics department is primarily responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the movement and storage of resources, materials, and services required to support the FIFA World Cup 2026™, FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ and other related events.
The department focuses on optimizing the supply chain and transportation processes to ensure smooth and timely delivery of event-related items.
Key Functions of the Event Logistics department are:
- Customs & International Freight Forwarding Operations.
- Material Operations – Provision of Fixtures, Furniture, and Equipment (FF&E) and Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
- Distribution Operations.
- Warehouse Operations.
- Venue Operations.
- Participating Members Association (PMA) Operations – Team Equipment Movement Operations.
- Central Operations – Management & Planning Operations.
- Provision of staff, including management, drivers, crew, etc.
Also see: FIFA Searching for Experienced Suppliers for 2026 World Cup
This RFI process is independent of any subsequent procurement activities. Participation will not influence any future procurement decisions, per the RFI.
About FIFA
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, and is the international governing body of football, futsal and beach soccer. It is comprised of 211 member associations from around the world and grouped into six regional confederations.