When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 13, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 26, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $2,700,000.

It was issued by City Of Overland Park. The work is located in Overland Park, Kansas, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Destination marketing organizations or tourism marketing firms. Demonstrated experience in convention, group, and sports event attraction. Expertise in strategic tourism planning, brand marketing, and visitor economics. Established relationships with hospitality businesses, venues, and regional stakeholders. Strong knowledge of travel trends, tourism performance metrics, and economic impact analysis.

Convention and Tourism Promotion and Destination Marketing Services (Due November 13, 2026)

Overview

Marketing, Advertising & Social Media

Overland Park, Kansas, United StatesPosted: October 5, 2026Deadline: November 13, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City of Overland Park seeks a qualified provider to lead destination marketing, convention and group sales, sports tourism support, and visitor-driven economic development. The engagement includes strategic planning, event attraction, and industry expertise.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must demonstrate at least ten years of successful experience delivering comparable destination marketing, convention sales, or sports tourism services for a municipality or similar entity
Must provide an integrated annual plan comprising distinct sections for Brand Marketing and Destination Promotion, Group and Convention Sales, and Sports Tourism
Must provide a complete response for sections 6.2 D, E, F, and G if submitting for only one or two core functional areas
Must include company information as required by Exhibit B
Must include reference information as required by Exhibit C
Must be able to provide separate accounting of the receipt and disbursement of transient guest tax funds
Must agree to contract requirements set forth in Exhibit A
Must be able to provide proof of authorization if submitting as a corporation

BUDGET

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$2,700,000

TIMELINE

RFP released: October 2nd, 2026

Clarification inquiries due: October 26th, 2026

Responses to inquiries posted: October 30th, 2026

Proposals due: November 13th, 2026

Finalist interviews: December 1st, 2026 and December 2nd, 2026

Anticipated contract award: December 21st, 2026

Anticipated contract commencement date: April 1st, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 26, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City Of Overland Park

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DESCRIPTION

The City of Overland Park is seeking convention and tourism promotion and destination marketing services to elevate awareness of the destination and its unique qualities among visitors, businesses, and regional residents. The selected provider will develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive marketing strategy and submit an annual marketing and tourism plan to the City Council Finance, Economic Development, and Administration Committee.

Services will include group and convention sales support, including coordinated efforts to attract multi-venue events requiring participation from local businesses and venues. The provider will also support sports tourism by attracting and assisting sporting events and tournaments that generate visitation.

The selected provider will be responsible for increasing visitor spending across local hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues, and other sectors. The provider will participate in City of Overland Park tourism and destination development initiatives and serve as the City's industry expert by monitoring travel trends, community needs, effective marketing tactics, and productivity measures. Questions must be submitted by October 26, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 13, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 26, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $2,700,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City Of Overland Park. The work is located in Overland Park, Kansas, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Destination marketing organizations or tourism marketing firms
Demonstrated experience in convention, group, and sports event attraction
Expertise in strategic tourism planning, brand marketing, and visitor economics
Established relationships with hospitality businesses, venues, and regional stakeholders
Strong knowledge of travel trends, tourism performance metrics, and economic impact analysis

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