Meetings and Events Destination Sales and Marketing Consultant Service - Budget - Up to 750,000 USD

The agency is seeking a consultant to provide sales and marketing services that position the location as a primary destination for boutique meetings and conferences. This initiative requires the development of an aggressive action plan to build market awareness and the creation of essential collateral, including meeting planner guides, website content, and advertising templates. The selected partner must also identify target market segments and represent the agency at industry trade shows and marketplaces. The scope of work includes establishing a database of local venues and service providers while developing formal booking policies and tracking procedures. The agency requires the consultant to respond to meeting planner RFPs, build a pipeline of prospects, and provide hands-on coordination support for planners. Additionally, the consultant will offer guidance to local venues to ensure high-quality hosting experiences for visiting groups. Administrative requirements involve establishing performance metrics and delivering monthly progress reports to an oversight committee. The agency expects recommendations for the long-term sustainability of its meeting and event sales efforts over a three-year contract period. Only onshore organizations based in the United States are eligible to submit proposals for this offsite performance contract. The total budget for these services is up to 750,000 USD. Bidders must submit their responses digitally via email or an online portal. The deadline for submission is June 5, 2026.