FY24-091 Visitor Data Dashboard - Laredo Convention & Visitors Bureau

The City of Laredo has implemented a local vendor preference ordinance (2018-O-175), which grants a 5% evaluation advantage to local vendors bidding on informal and formal contracts. Bidders are encouraged to submit proposals electronically via Cit-E-Bid or in person through hand delivery, with mailed, email, telegraphic, or facsimile submissions being disallowed. Proposals must be sealed and clearly marked with the solicitation number FY24-091, and submissions are accepted until 5:00 P.M. on August 7, 2024, at the City Secretary Office located at 1110 Houston Street. The proposals will be publicly opened and acknowledged the following day at 10:30 A.M. The contract pertains to the development of a Visitor Data Dashboard for the Laredo Convention & Visitors Bureau, with a project size estimated between $50,000 and $150,000. The primary contact for inquiries is Aileen Ramos, the Laredo CVB Director. This procurement is part of the City’s broader efforts to engage vendors for various services and projects, as evidenced by recent solicitations including recycling processing services, construction bids for road improvements, and specialized equipment procurement. The contract details emphasize compliance with submission guidelines, evaluation criteria, and the importance of timely and secure bid delivery. The comprehensive approach aims to ensure transparency, competitiveness, and support for local businesses, aligning with the city’s strategic procurement policies.