North Texas, August 21, 2025
News Summary
North Texas organizers of the FIFA World Cup 2026 are actively recruiting local suppliers and volunteers to support nine tournament matches, expected to generate an economic impact between $1.5 billion and $2.1 billion. The initiative focuses on registering local businesses for procurement opportunities while aiming to fill over 6,000 volunteer positions. Training sessions for volunteers will begin in 2026, with a commitment to local community involvement and sustainability emphasized throughout the process.
Fort Worth
North Texas organizers for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are actively seeking local suppliers and volunteers to support nine tournament matches planned in the region, with an anticipated economic impact between $1.5 billion and $2.1 billion. The organizing committee is prioritizing local firms for procurement of goods and services and has launched a registration pathway for businesses, while FIFA has opened volunteer applications to fill more than 6,000 roles in North Texas as part of a larger volunteer program targeting 65,000 volunteers across 16 host cities.
Key details at a glance
- Local procurement focus: Architectural engineering, carpet, flooring, fencing, general contracting, event planning, social media content creation, and other services are being sourced locally.
- Business registration: The North Texas Business Connect Program has been launched to facilitate supplier registration and bidding.
- Volunteer needs: More than 6,000 volunteers are required for North Texas; volunteers must be at least 18, speak English, and commit to at least eight shifts.
- Economic impact: Regionally projected between $1.5 billion and $2.1 billion driven by nine matches in North Texas.
- Timeline highlights: Volunteer applications opened August 11, 2025; interviews set for November–December 2025; training scheduled for April–May 2026.
What happened at the Build Fort Worth Expo
At the 2025 Build Fort Worth Expo, business owners and administrators from construction and supplier industries learned details from the North Texas FIFA World Cup Organizing Committee about procurement priorities and volunteer opportunities. The expo was hosted by the Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association to connect local firms with large regional projects, including the World Cup preparations.
Procurement approach and local support
The organizing committee outlined a centralized procurement process emphasizing sustainability standards, human rights, and transparency. The committee aims to involve local businesses across multiple areas beyond venue services, including legacy projects, marketing, security, transportation, and logistics. The North Texas Business Connect Program provides a registration channel for local suppliers to receive notifications, submit credentials, and respond to invitations to tender.
The Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is offering direct assistance to businesses that want help preparing responses to requests for proposals (RFPs). Support services include help with business and marketing plans, obtaining necessary certifications, and navigating bidding processes to increase competitiveness for contracts tied to event preparations and legacy work.
Volunteer program details
FIFA’s North Texas volunteer recruitment is part of a larger plan to staff the 2026 World Cup across 16 host cities. Locally, volunteers will be required to be at least 18 years old, have English language ability, and commit to a minimum of eight shifts, each lasting six to eight hours. Volunteer recruitment intends to ensure that roughly 70% of Dallas’ volunteer base is made up of local residents. Volunteers will receive an official Adidas-branded FIFA uniform, mealtime provisions during shifts, and access to community training opportunities prior to the tournament.
Timeline and next steps for businesses and volunteers
Businesses interested in supplying goods or services should register through the North Texas Business Connect Program to be notified of procurement opportunities and RFPs. The organizing committee’s procurement process includes sustainability and transparency criteria that suppliers must meet. Volunteers who meet eligibility criteria were invited to apply beginning August 11, 2025, with interviews planned for November and December 2025 and formal training sessions in April and May 2026.
Why local participation matters
Local supplier engagement and volunteer recruitment are intended to increase the region’s economic benefits, strengthen community involvement, and support long-term legacy projects after the tournament. Prioritizing local businesses aims to circulate event-related spending within North Texas while providing opportunities for smaller contractors and suppliers to participate in major international event delivery.
Background
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is being hosted across multiple cities in North America, with North Texas slated to host nine matches. Host cities typically combine public agencies, local organizers, and FIFA requirements to manage procurement, volunteer programs, venue operations, security, and transport. The local organizing committee in North Texas is aligning procurement and volunteering initiatives with FIFA standards and regional goals to maximize local involvement and meet operational needs for the tournament.
FAQ
How can local businesses register to work with the North Texas organizing committee?
Local businesses can register through the North Texas Business Connect Program to receive procurement notices, submit credentials, and respond to invitations to tender for goods and services related to the World Cup.
What types of goods and services are being sought?
Organizers are seeking a range of goods and services including architectural engineering, carpet and flooring, fencing, general contracting, event planning, social media content creation, and many other venue and event-related needs.
What assistance is available to small businesses preparing bids?
The Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is offering support for RFP submissions, including help with business and marketing plans, certification processes, and bidding procedures.
Who is eligible to volunteer and what are the requirements?
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, speak English, and commit to a minimum of eight shifts of six to eight hours each. Local volunteers will receive training and an official uniform, along with meals during shifts.
What is the expected economic impact of hosting World Cup matches in North Texas?
The region’s economic impact from the nine scheduled matches is estimated between $1.5 billion and $2.1 billion, driven by event operations, tourism, and related local spending.
Key features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Matches in North Texas | 9 |
| Local volunteer needs | More than 6,000 |
| Total volunteer program target | 65,000 across 16 cities |
| Projected regional economic impact | $1.5–$2.1 billion |
| Volunteer minimum age | 18 years |
| Local volunteer representation (Dallas estimate) | Approximately 70% |
| Procurement emphases | Sustainability, human rights, transparency |
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- NBC DFW: NTX Supplier Bid 2026 FIFA World Cup – What to Know
- Wikipedia: 2026 FIFA World Cup
- CBS News: Volunteers Needed for 2026 FIFA World Cup in North Texas
- Google Search: 2026 FIFA World Cup North Texas
- Dallas News: 2026 FIFA World Cup Volunteers Dallas – How to Apply
- Encyclopedia Britannica: FIFA World Cup
- Star-Telegram: FIFA World Cup Article
- Google News: 2026 FIFA World Cup
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