City of Mauldin Accommodations Tax Grant Program Applicant Handbook FY 2026/2027
City of MauldinCity · Mauldin, SC- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lisa Clark
- (864) 282-4138
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Mauldin is accepting applications for its Accommodations Tax Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2026/2027. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and governmental agencies proposing projects or events that attract tourists (defined as those traveling over 50 miles) to the City. Acceptable expenditures include tourism advertising, arts/cultural events, civic facility operations, and tourist transportation. Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis and requires detailed documentation including a final accounting, proof of performance for advertising, and a tourism impact evaluation. Applications must be submitted as a PDF to Lisa Clark at [email protected] by 2:00 PM on September 30, 2026. Files larger than 10MB must be delivered on a USB flash drive to the Mauldin Business & Development Services Office.
Completed application form, Final accounting for the project, Copies of invoices and receipts, Proof of performance for advertising, Final evaluation report
Percentage of tourism generated, total attendance, overall budget, description of how the project attracted tourists, review by Mauldin Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee
SUMMARY
The City of Mauldin is accepting applications for its Accommodations Tax Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2026/2027.
Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and governmental agencies proposing projects or events that attract tourists (defined as those traveling over 50 miles) to the City. Acceptable expenditures include tourism advertising, arts/cultural events, civic facility operations, and tourist transportation. Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis and requires detailed documentation including a final accounting, proof of performance for advertising, and a tourism impact evaluation. Applications must be submitted as a PDF to Lisa Clark at [email protected] by 2:00 PM on September 30, 2026. Files larger than 10MB must be delivered on a USB flash drive to the Mauldin Business & Development Services Office.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Percentage of tourism generated
- Total attendance
- Overall budget
- Description of how the project attracted tourists
- Review by Mauldin Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Completed application form
- Final accounting for the project
- Copies of invoices and receipts
- Proof of performance for advertising
- Final evaluation report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposed marketing plan
- Detailed budget of expenditures
- Detailed budget of income/revenue
- IRS non-profit status letter
- S.C. Secretary of State registration confirmation
- Most recent audited financial statements or IRS 990
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Mauldin, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Mauldin?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Lisa Clark.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Mauldin in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Lisa Clark at (864) 282-4138. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Completed application form, Final accounting for the project, Copies of invoices and receipts, Proof of performance for advertising, Final evaluation report. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Percentage of tourism generated, total attendance, overall budget, description of how the project attracted tourists, review by Mauldin Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Mauldin?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Mauldin are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Mauldin regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposed marketing plan, detailed budget of expenditures, detailed budget of income/revenue, IRS non-profit status letter, S.C. Secretary of State registration confirmation, most recent audited financ. Review the full document from City of Mauldin for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mauldin, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.