City of Cripple Creek

The buyer seeks a qualified consultant to produce an economic development and tourism strategy plan for Cripple Creek, Colorado. The plan will include market analysis, strategies for tourism growth, and recommendations for improving the city's status as a year-round destination. The consultant will conduct research on visitor demographics, spending habits, and potential new tourism generators. The plan will also address downtown development and provide a blueprint for economic growth.

• 6/3/2024 - Last Day for Questions
• 6/10/2024 - Responses Provided Date
• 6/21/2024 - Proposal Due Date
• 7/3/2024 - Notice of Intent to Award
• 9/27/2024 - Draft EDTS Plan Due
• 11/12/2024 - Final EDTS Plan Due

• Conduct market analysis for developing Cripple Creek as a diverse destination
• Research existing tourism characteristics, visitor demographics, and spending habits
• Identify potential new tourism demand generators and target markets
• Develop strategies to improve Cripple Creek's status as a year-round tourism destination
• Analyze gaps in tourism infrastructure and recommend physical improvements
• Create a blueprint strategy for downtown district economic growth
• Gauge effectiveness of current destination marketing program and suggest improvements
• Identify strategies to retain tourist service employees
• Recommend program operating guidelines to achieve desired development results
• Conduct community outreach and stakeholder interviews