Empire State Development #26-6178

Tourism Representation Services for New York State in Australia and New Zealand

This opportunity involves the New York State Department of Economic Development (NYSDED), through its Division of Tourism, seeking a qualified contractor for exclusive tourism representation services in Australia and New Zealand. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Economic Development (NYSDED), Division of Tourism - Scope of Services: - Exclusive travel trade representation for New York State tourism in Australia and New Zealand - Consumer marketing, strategic counsel, and operational support - Activities include trade shows, sales missions, media relations, consumer advertising, partnership management, and market intelligence - Deliverables include annual marketing plans, monthly activity and financial reports, and performance metrics - Requirements: - Contractor must have at least 5 years of relevant experience - Physical presence in Australia or New Zealand is mandatory - Annual budget cap of $250,000 - Contract term up to four years, with possible early termination for cause, convenience, or unavailability of funds - No specific OEMs or named vendors are mentioned - Notable requirements include exclusive representation, comprehensive marketing and outreach, and regular reporting aligned with New York State fiscal year

Description

The New York State Department of Economic Development has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to secure a qualified individual or firm to represent the Department in the Australia and New Zealand market exclusively for travel and tourism. The contractor will be responsible for various tasks associated with travel trade representation. The RFP includes a detailed scope of services, budget guidelines, deliverables, and mandatory qualification requirements. Proposals are due by May 29, 2026, and the contract term and conditions are outlined in the RFP documents.

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