Request for Proposals: Talbot County Development and Tourism Strategic Plan

Bid No. 24-11 The Talbot County Department of Economic Development and Tourism is seeking a professional contractor(s) to prepare an Economic Development and Tourism Strategic Plan that builds on the efforts already underway, furthers the work of the department, and introduces new strategies of proven success. The contractor(s) will work with community stakeholders to understand economic development and tourism interests and concerns, guide the discussion about available resources, and help determine what is feasible for Talbot County with respect to economic development and tourism. The strategic plan should leverage both quantitative and qualitative data to provide a robust framework for future initiatives.

Review of Publications

The contractor(s) will conduct a thorough review of existing economic and tourism data for Talbot County, including historical trends, current conditions, and future projections. They must become familiar with pertinent economic development and tourism policy documents and initiatives related to Talbot County, its five incorporated municipalities, and its 22 villages. Policy documents for review, but are not limited to, the following (please use links to learn more):

1.  Previous Talbot County Economic Development Plans:
   – 2018-2022 Talbot County Economic Development Strategic Plan
   – 2013 Economic Development Strategic Plan for Talbot County and the Towns –an Opportunity for Alignment
2.  Maryland Tourism Economic Impact Study
3.  Talbot County Comprehensive Plan
    – See Also: Chapter 7, Economic Development and Tourism
4.  Comprehensive Plans for Easton, Oxford, St. Michaels, and Trappe
5.  Tilghman Island Master Plan and Cordova Master Plan
6.  Talbot County Zoning Laws
7.  Talbot County Permit Processes
8.  Tax Policies for the County and for Easton, Oxford, St. Michaels, and Trappe
9.  Mid-Shore Regional Council Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
10. Delmarva Index

Submitting Proposals

*All proposals are due by September 10, 2024 at 10 a.m.

*Sealed bids MUST be delivered to:
Office of the Talbot County Manager
Courthouse, South Wing
11 North Washington Street
Easton, MD 21601

Envelopes MUST be marked: “Bid No. 24-11 “Talbot County Economic Development and Tourism Strategic Plan” in the lower left corner.
* Proposals not received by the time and at the place indicated will not be considered and will be returned unopened.

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