When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due August 31, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 12, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $50,000.

It was issued by Destination Dutchess. The work is located in Poughkeepsie, New York, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Strategic planning consultancy with experience supporting destination marketing or management organizations. Expertise in tourism strategy, destination stewardship, and visitor economy planning. Experience conducting stakeholder interviews, focus groups, workshops, and resident sentiment research. Familiarity with DMAP standards and destination management best practices. Demonstrated ability to review governance, organizational, marketing, and economic impact materials.

Strategic Plan Services (Due August 31, 2026)

Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

Poughkeepsie, New York, United StatesPosted: August 4, 2026Deadline: August 31, 2026

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SUMMARY

The agency seeks a strategic planning consultant to create a three- to five-year plan informed by organizational growth, DMAP accreditation, stakeholder input, resident sentiment, and destination stewardship priorities. The one-year engagement will include document review, stakeholder engagement, best-practice evaluation, and strategic planning sessions.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a U.S.-based consultant
Ideally located within New York State
Experience developing strategic plans for destination organizations, DMOs, CVBs, tourism organizations, and nonprofit associations
Knowledge of DMAP standards and accreditation requirements
Familiarity with destination stewardship and destination management principles
Understanding of the Destinations International Community Vitality Wheel framework
Experience conducting stakeholder engagement and facilitation processes
Knowledge of tourism industry trends and best practices
Strong project management and strategic planning expertise

BUDGET

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$50,000

CONTRACT DURATION

7 months

TIMELINE

RFP Open: August 3rd, 2026

Questions Due: August 12th, 2026

Proposals Due: August 31st, 2026

Vendor Selected by: September 30th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

August 12, 2026

Issuing Agency

Destination Dutchess

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DESCRIPTION

The agency is seeking a qualified vendor to develop a comprehensive strategic plan to guide its priorities, investments, and initiatives over the next three to five years. The plan should build on the agency’s recent organizational growth, rebranding efforts, Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) accreditation, and commitment to destination stewardship.

The selected vendor will review existing organizational materials, including the current strategic plan, annual reports, marketing and communications plans, research and visitor data, resident sentiment studies, economic impact reports, organizational policies, governance documents, and succession plans. The vendor will also facilitate stakeholder engagement through interviews, focus groups, workshops, surveys, or other appropriate methods involving the board of directors, staff, tourism industry partners, municipal and county leaders, community stakeholders, and residents.

The work will include assessing resident sentiment regarding tourism, identifying opportunities to strengthen community engagement and support for the visitor economy, evaluating alignment with DMAP standards and destination management best practices, and facilitating strategic planning sessions. The contract period will be one year. Questions must be submitted by August 12, 2026, and proposals are due by August 31, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due August 31, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 12, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $50,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Destination Dutchess. The work is located in Poughkeepsie, New York, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Strategic planning consultancy with experience supporting destination marketing or management organizations
Expertise in tourism strategy, destination stewardship, and visitor economy planning
Experience conducting stakeholder interviews, focus groups, workshops, and resident sentiment research
Familiarity with DMAP standards and destination management best practices
Demonstrated ability to review governance, organizational, marketing, and economic impact materials

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