Event Planning Guide / Utilities / Service Order Forms
The Rhode Island Convention Center is the exclusive provider of Electrical, Phone, Internet, Plumbing, and Cleaning services in the building. Please see the following service forms for information on the pricing and availability of these services. If you have any questions, contact Exhibitor Services at (401) 458-6100. The following utilities are available in the floorboxes (30' centers) on the Exhibit Hall floor.
Electrical - Order Online Now, or [ Download Form in PDF Format ]
Electrical Service can be provided throughout the building. Exhibits booths must be set up to provide service aisle (double-back drape) that line up with the utility floorboxes. All prices are contingent on this layout; additional charges will apply if there are variations.
Telephone - Order Online Now, or [ Download Form in PDF Format ]
Phone lines with various phone services can be provided to most areas of the building. All lines require a prefix of "9" to get an outside line. Special arrangements for direct-dial lines should be made at least 30 days in advance through our Exhibitor Services Department.
Cleaning/Porter Service - Order Online Now, or [ Download Form in PDF Format ]
The Rhode Island Convention Center staff takes great pride in the cleanliness and care of the facility. Exhibitors can individually order cleaning service, or Show Management can provide wall-to-wall cleaning. Aisle carpet cleaning is billed to Show Management at a rate of $.05 per square foot per cleaning.
Air Compressors/Plumbing - Order Online Now, or [ Download Form in PDF Format ]
Rhode Island Convention Center must provide ALL compressed air connections. Use of portable air compressors is prohibited. Compressed Air is supplied through a 1/2" line. Hose terminations are equipped with 1/4" Hanson Quick-Disconnect type connectors. Exhibitors may save on hose connection charges by providing a manifold to connect with a single line provided by the Center. Special adapters and multiple connections will require additional charges for parts and labor. Air pressure varies, minimum 90psi to maximum 125psi. A pressure regulator is suggested as well as a filter for water connections for drinking apparatus. All water fill and drains must be performed by trained Rhode Island Convention Center Personnel.
Internet - Order Online Now, or [ Download Form in PDF Format ]
Internet access is provided through Core Communications, who can provide access and technical assistance for any internet need. All access is through dedicated T-1 lines, and can be brought to almost any area of the building. An on-site technician will set up your connection and assist with any questions.
Parking - [ Download Form in PDF Format ]
Our parking facility is attached to the building and the Westin Hotel. Parking passes and validations are available for purchase if previous arrangements are made through the parking garage office. The Rhode Island Convention Center does not validate parking.