13292-20240918162619 Visit Hatti

The Hattiesburg Tourism Commission (VisitHATTIESBURG), located in Greene County, Mississippi, is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to seek quotes from destination research experts to develop an economic impact study and interactive data dashboard for the Hattiesburg tourism industry. The scope of services includes a comprehensive lookback on the effects of COVID-19 from 2019 to present, an assessment of Hattiesburg's tourism infrastructure and competitiveness, visitor data, key performance indicators, and recommendations to enhance tourism demand. The selected firm will provide a written report, an interactive data dashboard, and analysis to support VisitHATTIESBURG's continued recovery efforts. Proposals are due by 5:00 p.m. CST on Friday, October 4, 2024, and the contract will be funded through federal ARPA dollars for Mississippi Tourism Recovery, III with a minimum budget of $120,000 through December 31, 2026.

This opportunity is open to all qualified destination research experts, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The RFP does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there is no mention of any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP indicates that the available funding for this contract is a minimum of $120,000 through December 31, 2026.