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Special Event Liability

All external organizations and individuals that organize events, perform, or provide services at events on University premises must maintain insurance coverage that meets the minimum requirements outlined in the Insurance Matrix and provide proof of insurance in the form of a Certificate of Insurance before the start of the event.

Insurance coverage for external organizations and individuals without existing liability insurance may be obtained through any licensed insurance providers that meet university standards. Two options for obtaining appropriate event liability coverage are provided below, though use of these programs is not required and eligibility may vary by event.

Special Events Insurance (Master Venue Program)

Available through Market Access Corporation (MAC), a coverholder for Lloyd's of London. This option may be available for eligible on-campus and off-campus events, including events that do not qualify for TULIP.

For questions, contact info@marketaccess.com or 847/221-2100. 

Tenants’ and Users’ Liability Insurance Policy (TULIP)

Offered through Arthur J. Gallagher, TULIP provides event-specific coverage for eligible activities. This program is intended solely for use of campus facilities.

  1. Visit  tulip.ajgrms.com.
  2. Click on the "Quick Quote" tab.  
  3. Select the state in which the event will be held and choose “Illinois”.  
  4. Select the entity and choose “Northwestern University”.  
  5. Continue through the Get a Quote paged process.  

For questions, contact  Denver.BSD.Tulip@ajg.com  or 844/226-6097.  

 

When coverage is provided by Gallagher or MAC, a Certificate of Insurance will be sent directly to Risk Management and Insurance.