Tourism Government Bids & RFPs

Proposals must be received by August 26, 2026, no later than 12:00 PM ET. all offers must be received by the nps by the date listed on the inside front cover of the prospectus which is august 26, 2026 no later than 12:00 p. m.

Proposals must be submitted by August 31, 2026, at 11:59 p. m. Late submissions will not be accepted. Deadline: August 31, 2026 at 11:59 p. m. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Proposals will be evaluated based on understanding of the project (20%), methodology and approach (15%), experience and qualifications (15%), management plan (10%), creativity and innovation (10%), cost (20%), woman/minority owned business preference (5%), and local/Colorado preference (5%). Criteria weight Understanding of project 20 Methodology and approach 15 Experience and qualifications 15 Management plan 10 Creativity and innovation 10 Cost 20 Criteria weight Womanminorityowned business preference 5 Localcolorado preference 5 Total 100

Firms must demonstrate years in business, experience with tourism marketing and/or rural destinations, and experience working with local governments or similar entities. Firm qualifications Years in business Experience with tourism marketing andor rural destinations Experience working with local governments or similar entities

The anticipated annual budget for these services is approximately $40,000. The anticipated annual budget for these services is approximately 40, 000, subject to annualappropriation.

Bids are due on or before 2:00 p. m. , July 9, 2026. Bids are due on or before 2:00 p. m. , july 9, 2026.

Payment schedule is negotiable for completed work. Oswego County does not pay in advance. Payment schedule is negotiable for completed work. . . . Oswego county does not pay in advance.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on technical and esthetic qualities, reliability, vendors ability, facilities, understanding of needs, and price. The contract, if awarded, will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder or bidders who, in part or in total, meet all the terms and conditions of the specifications.

The county may investigate vendor qualifications and reserves the right to reject any bid if the vendor is not properly qualified or able to carry out contract obligations. The county may make such investigation as it deems necessary to determine the qualifications and ability of a vendor. . .

If the vendor fails to perform, meet specifications, or make satisfactory progress, the contract may be terminated, and the county may withhold payments to determine damages. If the vendor fails to perform under the contract, fails to meet specifications, or fails to make satisfactory progress so as to endanger the overall contract performance, they may be determined to be in breach. . .

Vendors are responsible for visiting the site and examining schematics to become familiar with local conditions. visit the site and examine schematics to become familiar with local conditions that may affect the bid.

Unauthorized communications may result in bid rejection. Failure to meet specifications or make satisfactory progress can lead to contract termination. Unauthorized communications may result in the rejection of the bid.

The deadline for receipt of quotes is June 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM Central Time.

Payment will be made monthly by electronic funds transfer (EFT) for actual days worked. Payment could take as long as 45 days after invoice.

Award shall be made to the lowest priced offeror who is determined to be responsible, based on past performance record.

The mill operator shall be proficient in milling operations and associated mechanical equipment. The operator/interpreter must have skill in meeting the public and explaining the mill's operation and history.

Failure to comply with contract specifications may be grounds for termination. Breach of contract or voluntary termination without sufficient cause may jeopardize future contracts.

Offerors are urged and expected to inspect the site where services are to be performed.

Inappropriate conduct or unacceptable actions, such as theft, consumption of alcohol while on duty, discrimination, harassment, or failure to maintain appearance, may be grounds for termination.

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