HTA Sports Consultant

The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA), established in 1998 and operating under the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, is tasked with promoting and managing tourism in Hawai‘i in a sustainable manner that aligns with community values, economic objectives, cultural preservation, and natural resource conservation. As part of its responsibilities, the HTA seeks to enhance the state's tourism offerings through various initiatives, including the development and promotion of sports-related activities and events. To support this effort, the HTA is issuing a request for quotations to engage a qualified contractor specializing in sports marketing and sporting events, aiming to leverage sports as a strategic component of economic development and destination appeal. The contract, titled "HTA Sports Consultant," is open to proposals from qualified vendors and has a solicitation number of Q25001525, with a response deadline of February 13, 2025. The project scope involves consulting services related to sports marketing, event development, and coordination, with a contract value estimated between $50,000 and $200,000. The HTA’s authority to promote sports aligns with its statutory powers to develop new tourism products and coordinate sports activities that benefit Hawai‘i’s tourism industry. Interested parties can contact Tracey Fermahin via email or phone for further details, and more information is available through the provided online solicitation link.