When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 16, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $30,000.

It was issued by Kent County Department Of Grants & Contracts. The work is located in Chestertown, Maryland, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced in strategic planning for economic and tourism development. Proven track record with stakeholder engagement and facilitation. Familiarity with local government or county-level planning. Strong background in actionable plan development and implementation.

Economic and Tourism Development Strategic Plan Services (Due July 30, 2026)

Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

Chestertown, Maryland, United StatesPosted: July 3rd, 2026Deadline: July 30th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a vendor to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for economic and tourism development, including stakeholder engagement and actionable recommendations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a qualified vendor
Must submit proposal via email with RFP-ETD-27-01 in subject line
Must include executive summary of not more than one page
Must include proposed scope of work not to exceed five pages
Must include organizational background not to exceed three pages
Must include budget description not to exceed one page
Must include signed acknowledgement of RFP terms and conditions
Must certify not to be a debarred, suspended, or ineligible contractor
Must agree to execute a contract within 30 days after notice of award

BUDGET

Verified

$30,000

CONTRACT DURATION

8 months

TIMELINE

Release of Request for Proposals: July 2nd, 2026

Deadline to submit questions: July 16th, 2026

Answers to questions posted: July 23rd, 2026

RFP Responses due: July 30th, 2026

Award notifications: August 2026

Project completion: February 28th, 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 16th, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Kent County Department Of Grants & Contracts

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DESCRIPTION

The selected vendor will provide strategic planning services to support economic and tourism development initiatives. This engagement includes the development of a comprehensive mission and shared vision to guide future growth, emphasizing business expansion, workforce development, and sustainable tourism.

The project will require the identification and assessment of current lodging, amenities, wayfinding, recreation, and visitor services, as well as an analysis of high–value visitor segments through data collection and stakeholder engagement. The process will include conducting comprehensive engagement sessions with county commissioners, business owners, community leaders, partner agencies, and county department leadership to gather a range of perspectives and priorities.

Vendors are expected to recommend targeted strategies for business attraction, competitiveness, retention, expansion, entrepreneurship, workforce development, and tourism growth. The final deliverable will be an action-oriented strategic plan with specific, realistic, and actionable recommendations, prioritized across short-term (1–2 years) and medium-term (3–5 years) timelines.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by July 16, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $30,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Kent County Department Of Grants & Contracts. The work is located in Chestertown, Maryland, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced in strategic planning for economic and tourism development
Proven track record with stakeholder engagement and facilitation
Familiarity with local government or county-level planning
Strong background in actionable plan development and implementation

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