Destination Marketing and Management Services.

The City of Redmond is soliciting proposals from qualified tourism marketing and management teams or professionals.

• Objective: Facilitate the reinvestment of room tax revenue into tourism promotion and related facilities (ORS 320.300 to 320.365).

• Scope of Work:

  • Desired Services: Destination Marketing Operator (DMO) responsibilities encompassing:

    • Creation and placement of tourism promotion content.

    • Development of Redmond as a tourism destination.

    • Conducting research and tracking industry trends.

  • Aim: Address the needs of the local lodging industry, enhance Redmond's tourism, and maximize room tax revenue.

• Contract Details:

  • Duration: Up to three years.

  • Start Date: July 1, 2024.

  • Initial Funding (FY 24/25): Approximately $362,000.

• Proposal Submission:

  • Deadline: 4:00 p.m. PST, Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

  • RFP Information: Visit www.redmondoregon.gov for details.

  • Detailed Scope of Work: Refer to Exhibit A.

  • Contact for Inquiries: Heather Cassaro, Director of Communications.

    • Email: heather.cassaro@redmondoregon.gov