Mount Holly TDA Strategic Plan Development RFQ 2026
Shorewood villageCity · Shorewood, IL- Due
- Apr 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Eric Smallwood
- (980) 320-1111
The 30-second brief
The Mount Holly Tourism Development Authority (TDA) is seeking qualifications from firms to develop a comprehensive five-year strategic plan for tourism development, including market analysis, stakeholder engagement, and implementation planning.
Detailed project work plan and schedule, Existing conditions and market assessment memorandum, Stakeholder engagement summary report, Draft five-year strategic plan, Final five-year strategic plan (digital format and print-ready PDF), Executive summary presentation deck, Implementation matrix in editable format (Excel or similar)
Relevant experience and qualifications: 25%, Demonstrated understanding of Mount Holly's context: 20%, Quality and clarity of methodology: 20%, Strength of engagement approach: 20%, References and past performance: 15%
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Summary
The Mount Holly Tourism Development Authority (TDA) is seeking qualifications from firms to develop a comprehensive five-year strategic plan for tourism development, including market analysis, stakeholder engagement, and implementation planning.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Relevant experience and qualifications: 25%
- Demonstrated understanding of Mount Holly's context: 20%
- Quality and clarity of methodology: 20%
- Strength of engagement approach: 20%
- References and past performance: 15%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Detailed project work plan and schedule
- Existing conditions and market assessment memorandum
- Stakeholder engagement summary report
- Draft five-year strategic plan
- Final five-year strategic plan (digital format and print-ready PDF)
- Executive summary presentation deck
- Implementation matrix in editable format (Excel or similar)
- Submit to
- City of Mount Holly, 400 East Central Avenue, Mount Holly, NC 28120
- Reported agency
- Mount Holly Tourism Development Authority
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Shorewood village?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Mount Holly, 400 East Central Avenue, Mount Holly, NC 28120. For questions, contact Eric Smallwood.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Shorewood village in IL, 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 RFQ 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 Eric Smallwood at (980) 320-1111. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Detailed project work plan and schedule, Existing conditions and market assessment memorandum, Stakeholder engagement summary report, Draft five-year strategic plan, Final five-year strategic plan (digital format and print-ready PDF), Executive summary presentation deck, Implementation matrix in edi. 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: "Relevant experience and qualifications: 25%, Demonstrated understanding of Mount Holly's context: 20%, Quality and clarity of methodology: 20%, Strength of engagement approach: 20%, References and pas..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Shorewood village?
All active and historical solicitations from Shorewood village are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Shorewood village 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 RFQ?
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. Review the full document from Shorewood village for the complete list.