DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM REGION IV Tender

Description Background In Recent Years, Gastronomy Tourism Has Emerged As A Significant Travel Motivation, Driven By The Growing Interest In Food Among Travelers Seeking Authentic Experiences. Particularly In Asia, Renowned For Its Culinary Diversity, Gastronomy Tourism Serves As A Major Draw For Tourists Eager To Explore The Diverse Cultures And Culinary Traditions That Define The Region. The Evident Rise Of Gastronomy Tourism Presents Substantial Opportunities For Sustainable Socio Economic Development, Cultural Exchange, And Community Well-being. Gastronomy Tourism Has Expanded Beyond Dining Experiences To Encompass All Stakeholders Within A Destination's Gastronomy And Tourism Value Chains, Involving Producers, Processing Firms, The Hospitality Sector, Retail, And Other Service Providers. Particularly Notable Is The Profound Connection Of Food With Rural Landscapes And, Therefore, Its Significant Impact On Rural Development. By Safeguarding The Gastronomic Heritage And Culinary Traditions Of A Territory, Gastronomy Tourism Initiatives Play A Crucial Role In Supporting Local Communities, Thereby Fostering Regional Cohesion And Resilience. Additionally, Gastronomy Tourism Offers Travelers Authentic Perspectives Into The Traditions, History, And Flavors Of A Destination, Strengthening Their Connection With These Local Communities. In Its First Edition, The Upcoming Un Tourism Regional Forum On Gastronomy Tourism For Asia And The Pacific Will Serve As A Platform To Celebrate The Power Of Gastronomy Tourism And Bring Together Destinations And International Experts To Exchange Knowledge And Best Practices In Gastronomy Tourism, With The Objective Of Harnessing Its Transformative Power, Especially For The Benefit Of Local Communities And The Environment. Un Tourism, The Basque Culinary Center And The Government Of The Philippines Will Organize The First Un Tourism Regional Forum On Gastronomy Tourism For Asia And The Pacific, On 26-27 June 2024 In Cebu. Relative To The Hosting Of The Philippines, The Department Of Tourism Will Showcase A Regional Lunch Featuring Selected Dot Regional Offices Including The Dot Region Iv-a On June 24, 2024, In Lapu-lapu City. The Lunch Aims To Feature Various Culinary Treasures And Masterpieces Of The Philippines Additionally, Dot Iv-a Will Also Bring Along Selected Gastronomy Experts And Stakeholders In The Region To Attend The Forum And Participate In The Regional Lunch And Lifestyle Showcase. Procurement Requirements 1. Must Be Dot-accredited Travel And Tour Agency. 2. Willing To Provide Services On A Send-bill Arrangement. 3. Amenable For Date Changes. Iv. Scope Of Works/ Deliverables ***see Main Documents*** Approved Budget For The Contract (abc) The Abc Is Six Hundred Twelve Thousand Three Hundred Fourteen Pesos (php 612,314.00) Inclusive Of Applicable Taxes And Fees. Legal Documents 1. Copy Of Mayor’s/business Permit 2. Philgeps Registration 3. Latest Income/business Tax Return 4. Omnibus Sworn Statement (with Special Power Of Attorney For Authorized Representative/signatory If Necessary) Terms Of Payment Payment Will Be On Send-bill Arrangement. Full Payment Upon Completion Of The Requirements Stipulated In The Technical Specifications. Project Officer/contact Person Prepared By: Keneth C. De Gracia Tourism Operations Officer Ii (0947) 424 9783 Noted By: Marites T. Castro Regional Director