Request for Proposals - Kenai Small Business Development & Tourism Marketing Services Related to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency

The City of Kenai is seeking a qualified firm to deliver marketing and e‑commerce services to eligible local small businesses impacted by the COVID‑19 pandemic. The contractor will assess each business’s needs, develop customized marketing plans, and execute website/e‑commerce solutions up to a $1,000 credit per business, with a total program budget of $50,000. Services must be completed by the end of 2020. • Provide assessment, planning, and implementation of marketing and tourism‑focused e‑commerce services for up to 50 eligible businesses. • Deliver up to $1,000 per business in City‑funded services; any work beyond that is billed directly to the business. • Meet all contractual deadlines (proposal due Aug 3 2020, work commencement Aug 14 2020, completion by Dec 30 2020) and satisfy insurance, licensing, and tax‑compliance requirements.