Lake Tahoe Unified School District Planet bids #RFP# 2026-07-29

Economic Development Market Analysis and Business Attraction Strategy Consulting Services

The City of South Lake Tahoe, through its City Manager's Office, is seeking proposals from qualified economic development consultants for a Market Analysis and Business Attraction Strategy focused on economic diversification. - Government Buyer: - City of South Lake Tahoe, City Manager's Office - Scope of Work: - Consultant services to conduct an Economic Development Market Analysis and Business Attraction Strategy - Emphasis on identifying and evaluating 'second economies'—industry clusters and business types not primarily dependent on tourism - Tasks include project management, review of existing conditions, stakeholder engagement, data collection and analysis, strategy development, and delivery of actionable recommendations - Deliverables include reports and presentations to support policy, investment, business attraction, and long-term economic development - Notable Requirements: - Focus on attracting, retaining, and growing targeted industry sectors that provide year-round employment and broaden the tax base - Enhance economic resilience and encourage entrepreneurship - Electronic bid submission via PlanetBids portal and vendor registration with the City required - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or products are mentioned, as this is a professional services solicitation - Prospective vendors include Community Attributes Inc., Coraggio Group, Data Axle, DMullis Insurance, Economic & Planning Systems, RSG Inc., and TPMA LLC

Description

The City of South Lake Tahoe is soliciting proposals from economic development consultants to conduct an Economic Development Market Analysis and develop a Business Attraction Strategy. The focus is on identifying and evaluating 'second economies' that can complement and diversify the local tourism-based economy. The work includes market analysis, policy support, and actionable recommendations to support economic diversification. Proposals must be submitted electronically by July 29, 2026. The project site is located in South Lake Tahoe, California.

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