Washington Electronic Business Solution #FDMG-06-2026

Washington State Department of Commerce FIFA Destination Marketing Grants Opportunity

The Washington State Department of Commerce is seeking proposals to provide competitive grants supporting community preparation and economic development for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. - Government Buyer: - Washington State Department of Commerce - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in this opportunity - Products/Services Requested: - Grants for destination planning, tourism readiness, community activation, and visitor engagement - Focus on marketing, communications, and trade services (commodity codes: 915-22, 918-76, 961-53, 961-79) - Notable Requirements: - Applicants must submit an inclusion plan - Preference for environmentally responsible purchasing (recycled content, nonmercury-added products, Washington-grown food) - The opportunity is service-oriented, with no hardware or specific product procurement involved

Description

The Washington State Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals to support Washington communities in preparing for and capitalizing on the significant tourism and economic development opportunities associated with the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The program will provide competitive grants to eligible applicants to support destination planning, tourism readiness, community activation, and visitor engagement initiatives. The solicitation includes a pre-bid conference and a deadline for submitting questions. It also includes an inclusion plan and references several commodity codes related to marketing and trade services.

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