City of Overland Park Convention and Tourism Promotion and Destination Marketing Services - 2026
City of Overland ParkCity · Overland Park, KS- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kate Gunja
The 30-second brief
The City of Overland Park seeks proposals from a trusted partner or partners to provide convention and tourism promotion and destination marketing services. Historically, the City has allocated 2/9ths of its 9% Transient Guest Tax (TGT) toward destination marketing and convention and tourism services, generating approximately $2.7 million annually over the past three years. Services encompass brand marketing and destination promotion, group and convention sales and support, sports tourism support, economic impact and revenue optimization, strategic development, community building, and industry expertise. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. via email in PDF format. Inquiries are due by October 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., with responses posted by October 30, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate at least 10 years of successful experience delivering comparable services for a municipality or similar entity.
Scope of Services, Approach, Qualifications and Experience, Cost and Financial Proposal, Responsiveness and References, Presentation and Interview
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Summary
The City of Overland Park seeks proposals from a trusted partner or partners to provide convention and tourism promotion and destination marketing services.
Historically, the City has allocated 2/9ths of its 9% Transient Guest Tax (TGT) toward destination marketing and convention and tourism services, generating approximately $2.7 million annually over the past three years. Services encompass brand marketing and destination promotion, group and convention sales and support, sports tourism support, economic impact and revenue optimization, strategic development, community building, and industry expertise. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. via email in PDF format. Inquiries are due by October 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., with responses posted by October 30, 2026. Bidders must demonstrate at least 10 years of successful experience delivering comparable services for a municipality or similar entity.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Scope of Services
- Approach
- Qualifications and Experience
- Cost and Financial Proposal
- Responsiveness and References
- Presentation and Interview
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit B - Company Information, Exhibit C - References
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Overland Park, KS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Overland Park?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kate Gunja.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Overland Park in KS, 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 Kate Gunja. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Scope of Services, Approach, Qualifications and Experience, Cost and Financial Proposal, Responsiveness and References, Presentation and Interview" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Overland Park?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Overland Park are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Overland Park regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Exhibit B - Company Information, Exhibit C - References. Review the full document from City of Overland Park for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Overland Park, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.