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Premier Resort Area Tax (prat) Faq

City of Sturgeon Bay, City of Sturgeon Bay, WI·City
Feb 01, 2026
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Summary

This document provides a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about the proposed Premier Resort Area Tax (PRAT) in Sturgeon Bay. It explains the need for the tax, what it entails (a 0.5% sales tax on tourist-type expenditures), who will pay it, and how the funds will be used for street maintenance and replacement. It also discusses alternative revenue sources considered and details which retailers will collect the tax and what items are taxed or not taxed. The document aims to inform residents and visitors about the PRAT initiative.

Section 4.2 — Scope of Services and Deliverables

The selected vendor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform the services described herein. Work shall commence within fifteen (15) calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and shall be completed within the timeframe specified in the project schedule attached as Exhibit B.

Proposals must include a detailed implementation timeline, staffing plan with key personnel qualifications, and three (3) references from comparable government engagements completed within the past five years. Evaluation will be based on technical approach (40%), experience and qualifications (30%), cost proposal (20%), and small business participation plan (10%).

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including City of Sturgeon Bay in WI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Some solicitations include set-aside provisions or evaluation preferences for these firms. Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals or requirements.

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