City of Webster City 2026 Hotel/Motel Tax Grant Program Guidelines and Application - Round 29
City of WebsterCity · Webster, IA- Due
- Jul 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 2, 2026
- Duration
- 12 months
The 30-second brief
The City of Webster City is soliciting grant applications for Round 29 of its Hotel/Motel Grant Program to fund projects that increase tourism and enhance local quality of life. Applications are due by July 24, 2026.
Completed Grant Application, Financial Reporting Template, Demographics Served Form, Written narrative, Final report
Project Type, Project Need, Project Benefits (overnight stays), Leveraging Funds, Prospects for Success, Uniqueness of Project
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Summary
The City of Webster City is soliciting grant applications for Round 29 of its Hotel/Motel Grant Program to fund projects that increase tourism and enhance local quality of life. Applications are due by July 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Project Type
- Project Need
- Project Benefits (overnight stays)
- Leveraging Funds
- Prospects for Success
- Uniqueness of Project
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Completed Grant Application
- Financial Reporting Template
- Demographics Served Form
- Written narrative
- Final report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Hotel/Motel Grant Application Checklist
- Original application form
- Five copies of the application
- Digital copy (email or flash drive)
- Proof of liability insurance
- Board minutes (for non-profits)
- Submit to
- City Manager's Office, City Hall, 400 Second Street, Webster City, IA 50595
- Scope location
- Webster City, IA
- Reported agency
- City of Webster City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Webster?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 24, 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: City Manager's Office, City Hall, 400 Second Street, Webster City, IA 50595.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Webster in IA, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Completed Grant Application, Financial Reporting Template, Demographics Served Form, Written narrative, Final 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: "Project Type, Project Need, Project Benefits (overnight stays), Leveraging Funds, Prospects for Success, Uniqueness of Project" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Webster?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Webster are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Webster regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 12 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Hotel/Motel Grant Application Checklist, original application form, five copies of the application, digital copy (email or flash drive), proof of liability insurance, board minutes (for non-profits). Review the full document from City of Webster for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Webster City, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.