DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM REGION IV Tender

Description Background: The Diving Equipment And Marketing Association (dema) Is A Non-profit Trade Association For The Recreational Diving And Snorkeling Industries With More Than 1,000 Members Worldwide And Whose Mission Is To Bring Business And Grow The Diving Industry Worldwide. It Is The Largest Trade-only Event In The World For Companies Doing Business In The Scuba Diving, Ocean Water Sports, And Adventure/dive Travel Industries, Attracting Hundreds Of Exhibitors And Thousands Of Dives And Travel Industry Professionals From Around The World. For Over 40 Years, Dema Has Produced The Dema Show, The Premier, Unrivaled Diving And Watersports Event Strictly For Credentialed Dive Professionals. Thousands Of Industry Professionals From Around The World Gather At The Largest Trade-only Event Annually For Companies Doing Business In The Scuba Diving, Ocean Water Sports, And Adventure/dive Travel Industries To Discover New Products, Get The Latest Technical Training, Reconnect As An Industry, And Build New Partnerships. For Reference, Below Is The Dema Show 2022 Attendee Data Which Include The Following Key Findings: (reference: Dema 2023 Annual Report) • Age Range – Reduction In Older Attendees But A Substantial Increase In Those 25-34 And 35-448 • 77% Indicated That They Purchase Onsite And 88% Plan To Purchase In The Next 12 Months. • Substantial Increase In First-timer Attendees: 42.3% Compared To An Average Of 30.5% Preferred Method Of Receiving Information About The Event: Most Prefer Email Or Thru The Website. A Substantial Number Also Prefer Social Media Sites Such As Facebook. - Attendees Primary Job Function: - -the Largest Single Category Is Owner/ceo At More Than 25% - -20% Are Registered As Retail Or Travel Buyers - -10.6% Were Corporate Management Compared To An Average Of 3.8% - -16% Were Instructors/dive Masters Compared To An Average Of 24.5% Attendees Primary Objectives: - -seeing New Products And The Latest Innovations In The Industry - -evaluating Products And Services To Buy Later - Comparing Products From Different Companies - Seeking Out New Industry Contacts And Products - Establishing Relationships With Vendors • Role In Purchase Decisions: - 62% Had Final Say Or Could Specify The Products Below Is The Dema Show Comparative Statistics Of Attendees: In Addition To Providing An Arena To Conduct Business And Network, Dema Show Offers Participants The Most Extensive Education Curriculum In The Industry, Including Dema- Sponsored Seminars And Exhibitor-sponsored Seminars From Participating Manufacturers, Travel Destinations, And Dive Certification Organizations. Rationale And Basis For Dot Region Iv – A’s Participation The Dema Show Offers Participants The Most Extensive Educational Opportunities In The Industry, Including Dema-sponsored Education And Exhibitor-sponsored Seminars From Participating Manufacturers, Travel Destinations, Dive Certification Organizations, And More. The Power Of The Entire Global Diving Community Coming Together In A Big Way At The Dema Show, Qualified Dive Industry Professionals Will Have The Opportunity To Discover And Try Newly Released Products In Calabarzon Region, Tap Into The Power Of Collaboration, Establish And Maintain Professional Relationships, Celebrate With The Dive Industry, And Learn From Peers And Business Experts. This Initiative Will Help Sustain The Country’s Presence, Specifically The Diving Industry At Anilao, Mabini, Batangas, On The International Tourism Scene. It Actively Promoted The Philippines As A Premier Dive Destination In Asia, Particularly North America, One Of The Country’s Most Significant Sources Of Arrivals Before The Pandemic. Our Participation In This Event Will Also Reinforce The Country’s Recognition As “the World’s Leading Dive Destination” At The World Travel Awards For Five (5) Consecutive Years Already. The Tourism Promotions Board (tpb) Has Reserved An Exhibit Space That Can Comfortably Accommodate Philippine Dive Operators, To Which The Following Dive Tourism Establishments In Calabarzon Region Have Signified And Confirmed Their Participation In The Event To Date: Buceo Anilao Dive Resort The Ideal Place To Experience The Excellent Service And The Famous Hospitality Of The Filipino People. Local And European Management, Modern Facilities, Yet Maintaining The Country’s Tropical And Relaxed Style. Located On A 5,000 Sqm Coastal Property Surrounded By Reef Full Of Abundant Marine Life, And Designed To Satisfy The Taste Of All Divers, Especially Underwater Photographers With Highest Expectations. Further, There Are Also Other Dive Establishments That Acquired A Separate Exhibition Space Apart From Tpb. For Calabarzon Region, The Dive Tourism Establishment Has Signified And Confirmed Its Participation In The Event To Date: Solitude Acacia Resort Acacia Solitude Resort Is Situated In One Of The Top Muck Diving Destinations In Southeast Asia. With Acacia’s Premier Dive Service, Expert Critter Spotters And State-of-the-art Camera Facilities, Divers Are Sure To Be Spoiled With An Unparalleled Philippine Diving Experience. Its Beautiful Modern Aesthetics Blend Seamlessly With Its Tropical Gardens And Surrounding Natural Beauty. Aiyanar Beach And Dive Resort Aiyanar Beach & Dive Resort Is A Super Fun And Stylish Resort Just 3 Hours South Of Manila In Anilao. Aiyanar Was Designed With The Needs Of Serious Underwater Photographers, Fun Divers And Even Non-divers Alike. With 24 Well Laid Out Rooms, This Seaside Getaway Is Fully Equipped With All The Amenities You Would Expect From A Modern Day Dive Resort. The Following Are The Marketing Initiatives That Dot Region Iv – A Will Benefit From As Participants In The Said Event: Networking Opportunities And Conduct Of B2b Sessions Among The Dive Event Attendees And Dive Tour Operators; Attendance To Seminars On The Latest Trends And Innovations In The Diving Industry Offered In The B2b Venues; Reinforce Our Marketing And Promotional Efforts To The American Diving Community; And, It Is Also An Excellent Venue To Educate The Diving Community In The Us About Recent Developments In The Philippine Dive Industry, Specifically In Anilao, Mabini, Batangas, And Through Information Dissemination. Dive Tourism Partnerships With Private Stakeholders The Department Of Tourism (dot) Region Iv -a Organized Recent Launch Of The Specific Dive Program In Collaboration With Key Private Stakeholders In The Diving And Tourism Sectors. This Initiative Aims To Enhance The Anilao’s Appeal As A World-class Diving Destination While Promoting Sustainable Tourism Practices. The Recent Conduct Of The Golf And Dive Event In Partnership With The Pink Argonauts Is A Solid Manifestation Of This Partnership. Through The Said Program, We Are Committed To Offering Diverse And Innovative Diving Experiences, Ensuring That Both Local And International Visitors Can Enjoy The Beauty Of Our Underwater Ecosystems In A Responsible And Enriching Way. Together With Our Private Partners, We Will Promote Marine Conservation, Support Local Communities, And Foster Tourism Growth That Aligns With Environmental Preservation. The Regional Office Is Excited About This Collaboration And Looks Forward To Continuing Our Efforts In Creating Impactful Dive Tourism Opportunities That Highlight The Region As A Premier Global Destination For Diving Enthusiasts. Targets And Objectives Of The Regional Participation Our Participation In This Year’s Dema Show Reinforces The Dot Region Iv - A’s Continuous Efforts To Strengthen The Philippines’ Image As “the World’s Leading Dive Destination” At The World Travel Awards 2023, With Anilao, Mabini, Batangas And The Verde Island Passage As The “center Of The Center Of Global Marine Biodiversity” And Is Considered The Best Diving Destination In The World. This Will Likewise Help Sustain The Region’s Presence In The International Tourism Scene And Actively Promote Anilao, Mabini, Batangas As A Premier Dive Destination In Asia, Particularly In North America, One Of The Country’s Most Significant Sources Of Arrivals Before The Pandemic. List Of Proposed Attendees, Designation, And Roles Our Participation In The Dema Show Is Part Of The Dot Approved Detailed Work Financial Plan For 2024. In Line With This, We Would Like To Recommend And Seek Approval For The Participation Of The Following Dot Iv - A Officer: Ms. Marites T. Castro Regional Director, Department Of Tourism Region Iv – A (calabarzon) To Travel On 17 To 25 November 2024 (inclusive Of Travel Time); Represent Dot Region Iv – A In Official Functions To Be Conducted Inside And Outside Of The Venue; Meet And Network With The Dive Professionals During The B2b Sessions And Other Related Functions. Legal Basis A. As Stipulated In Section 2 Of The Republic Act 9593 Or Otherwise Known As Tourism Act Of 2009, One Of The Core Functions Of The Regional Office Is To “develop Responsible Tourism As A Strategy For Environmentally Sound And Community Participatory Tourism Programs, Enlisting The Participation Of Local Communities, Including Indigenous Peoples, In Conserving Bio-physical And Cultural Diversity, Promoting Environmental Understanding And Education, Providing Assistance In The Determination Of Ecotourism Sites And Ensuring Full Enjoyment Of The Benefits Of Tourism By The Concerned Communities.” Regional Participation To The Diving Equipment And Marketing Association (dema) Show At Las Vegas, Nevada, Usa Itinerary Of Activities November 17-18, 2024 4:00am - 6:00am - Travel From Calamba City, Laguna To Manila 9:55am - 6:20am - Manila To San Francisco, Sfo 8:25am - 10:06am - San Francisco, Sfo To Las Vegas, Las Remarks: Airline November 17, 2024 Exhibitor Registration And Move-in November 18, 2024 7:00 Am – 6:00 Pm Exhibitor Registration & Show Floor Move-in Exhibitor-sponsored Seminars Attendee/media Registration & Check-in November 19, 2024 7:00 Am – 6:00 Pm Registration & Check-in Open Exhibitor-sponsored Seminars First-time Attendee Orientation Dema-sponsored Education Dema Show Floor Open Resource Center Snapshot Sessions November 20, 2024 8:00 Am – 6:00 Pm Registration & Check-in Open Exhibitor-sponsored Seminars Dema Member Update And Annual Meeting (open To All) First-time Attendee Orientation Dema-sponsored Education Dema Show Floor Open Resource Center Snapshot Sessions November 21, 2024 8:00 Am – 6:00 Pm Registration & Check-in Open Exhibitor-sponsored Seminars Dema-sponsored Education Dema Show Floor Open Resource Center Snapshot Sessions November 22, 2024 8:00 Am – 6:00 Pm Registration & Check-in Open (friday-only Attendees Check-in/badge Pick-up) Exhibitor-sponsored Seminars Dema Show Floor Open Resource Center Snapshot Sessions November 23-25, 2024 6:03pm - 6:50am - Depart Las Vegas, Usa To San Francisco, Ca 11:35pm - 6:50am - San Francisco, Ca To Manila 7:30am - 9:30am - Manila To Residence Remarks: Airlines End Of Event Procurement Requirements: Must Be A Dot-accredited Enterprise. Willing To Provide Services On A Send Bill Arrangement. Amenable For Date Changes If Applicable Scope Of Work/ Deliverables: Particulars Unit Amount Computation Amount Remarks Transportation Roundtrip Airfare November 17-23, 2024 Manila – Las Vegas – Manila 1 Pax Flights Must Be Rebookable With 2 Pcs Baggage Allowance At 23 Kgs Each With Travel Insurance All Airline Taxes Included Amount: $ 1,647.84 Based On Actual Fees Taken On 15 October 2024 (6:00 Pm To 7:00 Pm) Additional 40% Mark-up As Per D.o. No. 2016-57 Guidelines $ 1,647.84 X 40% Buffer =$ 1,647.84 + $ 659.14 =$ 2,306.98 Total P 133,343.44 Approved Budget For Contract: The Approved Budget Is One Hundred Thirty-three Thousand Three Hundred Forty-three Pesos And Forty-four Only (php 133,343.44) Inclusive Of Applicable Taxes And Subject To Usual Government Accounting And Auditing Regulations To Be Charged Against The Fund Of Mpd. Legal Documents: Copy Of 2024 Mayor’s Permit/ Business Permit Philgeps Registration Latest Income/business Tax Return Omnibus Sworn Statement (with Special Power Of Attorney For Authorized Representative/signatory If Necessary) Payment Scheme: Payment Will Be On A Send Bill Arrangement. Full Payment Upon Completion Of The Requirements Stipulated In The Technical Specifications.