Executive Office of Economic Development - FY27 Massachusetts Regional Tourism Council Grant Program - BD-26-1100-EED01-EED01-128964 (2026)
Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Jun 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Daniel Billings
- (617) 788-3610
The 30-second brief
The Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) seeks proposals from eligible Regional Tourism Councils (RTCs) for the FY27 Regional Tourism Council Grant Program. The grant aims to promote tourism, convention, travel, and recreation in the Commonwealth through an integrated marketing and communications strategy, visitor attraction, and economic impact. The project involves regional marketing plan implementation, visitor spending and room occupancy tax metrics, performance evaluations, and reporting. The submission deadline is June 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM via Submittable. Applicants must meet 1:1 matching fund requirements, be in operation for two consecutive years, and comply with state tourism objectives.
Economic Impact (50%), Regional Commitment (20%), Marketing Strategy (30%)
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Summary
The Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) seeks proposals from eligible Regional Tourism Councils (RTCs) for the FY27 Regional Tourism Council Grant Program.
The grant aims to promote tourism, convention, travel, and recreation in the Commonwealth through an integrated marketing and communications strategy, visitor attraction, and economic impact. The project involves regional marketing plan implementation, visitor spending and room occupancy tax metrics, performance evaluations, and reporting. The submission deadline is June 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM via Submittable. Applicants must meet 1:1 matching fund requirements, be in operation for two consecutive years, and comply with state tourism objectives.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- List of your organization's governing board
- Campaign creative samples from FY26
- Completed excel spreadsheet using the template provided
- Submit to
- https://mott.submittable.com/submit
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Executive Office of Economic Development
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://mott.submittable.com/submit. For questions, contact Daniel Billings.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development | Commonwealth of Massachusetts in MA, 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 Daniel Billings at (617) 788-3610. 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: "Economic Impact (50%), Regional Commitment (20%), Marketing Strategy (30%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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: list of your organization's governing board, campaign creative samples from FY26, completed excel spreadsheet using the template provided. Review the full document from Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development | Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Boston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.