The City of Vancouver has entered into a contract with Visit Vancouver, USA to provide destination services and tourism marketing services. The contract is for a period of one year, from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024, and has a maximum compensation of $700,000. The scope of work includes developing experiential infrastructure, accessible multicultural events and festivals, and implementing communication strategies for the value and contribution of tourism. The contractor will also provide quarterly reports to the City Council on progress, including new initiatives and campaigns. Some key points about this contract include:
• The contract is a sole source agreement, meaning that it was not competitively bid.
• The contractor is required to obtain and maintain liability insurance, including commercial general liability and workers' compensation insurance.
• The contract includes a termination for convenience clause, which allows the City to terminate the contract at any time for any reason.
• The contractor is required to comply with all relevant federal, state, and municipal laws, rules, policies, regulations, or ordinances in the performance of work under this agreement.