DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM REGION IV Tender

Description Procurement Of Service Provider For The Conduct Of Validation And Assessment Of Proposed Tourism Destinations In The Province Of Quezon. Ii. Background Updating Tourism Inventory Is A Critical Process That Involves Regularly Collecting, Managing, And Maintaining Accurate And Up-to-date Information About Tourism Resources, Attractions, Accommodations, Services, And Facilities Within A Destination. The Purpose Of Updating Tourism Inventory Is To Ensure That The Destination's Promotional Materials, Websites, And Other Tourism-related Platforms Have Accurate And Relevant Information For Visitors. The Following Are Considerations For The Updating Of Tourism Inventory: 1. Regular Data Collection: Establish A System For Regular Data Collection From Various Stakeholders, Including Hotels, Tour Operators, Restaurants, Attractions, And Local Tourism Authorities. This Can Be Done Through Surveys, Questionnaires, Or Online Forms. 2. Collaboration With Stakeholders: Collaborate Closely With Tourism Industry Stakeholders To Ensure That They Provide Timely Updates About Their Offerings And Services. Create Partnerships To Streamline The Process Of Obtaining Information. 3. Digital Platforms: Maintain A Central Database Or Digital Platform To Store And Manage The Inventory Data. This Can Be A Website Or A Dedicated Tourism Information Management System. 4. Visitor Feedback: Encourage Visitors To Provide Feedback About Their Experiences And Stay At The Destination. This Feedback Can Help Identify Any Changes Or Updates Required In The Inventory. 5. Quality Assurance: Regularly Verify The Accuracy And Completeness Of The Information In The Inventory. Check For Outdated Or Incorrect Data And Promptly Update It. 6. New Attractions And Services: Keep Track Of Any New Attractions, Accommodations, Restaurants, Or Services That Are Introduced In The Destination. Add Them To The Inventory As Soon As Possible. 7. Seasonal Changes: Consider Seasonal Changes In Tourism Offerings And Update The Inventory Accordingly. Some Attractions Or Services May Only Be Available During Specific Times Of The Year. 8. Accessibility And Infrastructure: Include Information About Accessibility Features, Public Transportation Options, And Infrastructure Developments In The Inventory. 9. Multilingual Information: If The Destination Attracts International Tourists, Provide Information In Multiple Languages To Cater To A Diverse Audience. 10. Promotional Materials: Ensure That The Updated Inventory Data Is Reflected In All Promotional Materials, Including Brochures, Maps, And Websites. 11. Dissemination Of Information: Make The Updated Inventory Easily Accessible To Visitors Through Various Channels, Such As Visitor Centers, Tourism Websites, And Mobile Apps. 12. Compliance And Safety: Verify That The Listed Tourism Businesses And Services Comply With Relevant Regulations And Safety Standards. By Regularly Updating The Tourism Inventory, Destinations Can Enhance The Visitor Experience, Increase The Effectiveness Of Marketing Efforts, And Ensure That Tourists Have Accurate And Reliable Information To Plan Their Trips Effectively. Hence, The Department Of Tourism Region Iv-a Will Conduct Validation And Assessment Of Proposed Tourism Destinations In Quezon Province For The Updating Of Calabarzon Tourism Inventory To Be Participated In By Dot Personnel And Identified Regional Line Agencies. Iii. Implementation Date : February 2024 (schedule Tba) Iv. No. Of Participants : 18 Pax V. List Of Destinations For Validation And Assessment: Alabat, Padre Burgos, & Tagkawayan Vi. Indicative Itinerary Day 1 0400h : Assembly At Dot 4a Regional Office 0430h : Departure For Atimonan *breakfast Along The Way 0830h : Check-in For Roro Ride To Alabat 1000h : Etd For Alabat 1100h : Proceed To Municipal Hall For Courtesy Call To The Mayor 1200h : Lunch 1300h : Ocular Inspection 1800h : Check-in 1900h : Dinner/overnight Day 2 0600h : Check-out/etd For Port Area 0700h : Roro To Atimonan 0800h : Eta In Atimonan *breakfast 0930h : Proceed To Padre Burgos 1200h : Lunch 1300h : Ocular Inspection 1600h : Courtesy Call 1700h : Check-in 1900h : Dinner/overnight Day 3 0800h : Breakfast 0900h : Etd For Tagkawayan 1200h : Lunch 1400h : Arrival In Tagkawayan (check-in) 1630h : Courtesy Call To The Mayor 1800h : Back To Hotel 1900h : Dinner/overnight Day 4 0600h : Breakfast At The Hotel 0700h : Depart For Fishport To Sitio Kitay By Boat 0745h : Eta/ocular Inspection 1200h : Lunch 1300h : Depart From Kitay To Sitio Balogo 1350h : Sitio Balogo To Laurel Centro Via Trolley 1400h : Laurel To Morato Via Skates 1600h : Ocular Inspection 1700h : Dinner/overnight Day 5 0700h : Breakfast 0800h : Check-out/depart For Dot Calamba 1200h : Lunch 1600h : Eta In Dot Calamba *debriefing Vii. Scope Of Works/deliverables Particulars Amount Computation Total Remarks I. Meals For 18pax (5days) 660.00/head/day 660.00 X 18pax X 5days 59,400.00 Based On Eo77 Ii. Accommodation 2 Single Rooms (w/o Breakfast) 4 Nights 1,100.00/room/night 1,100.00 X 2rooms X 4nights 8,800.00 Based On Eo77 8 Twin Sharing Rooms (w/o Breakfast) 4 Nights 2,200.00/room/night 2,200.00 X 8rooms X 4nights 70,400.00 Based On Eo77 Iii. Transportation 1 Van Unit (5days) Inclusion: Fuel, Toll & Parking Fees, Driver’s Meals & Accommodation 18,500.00/unit/day 18,500.00 X 5days 92,500.00 Based On Three (3) Quotations From Dot Accredited Tourist Transport & Patto Rates Roro (atimonan To Alabat - Vv) 3 Motor Vehicle (mv) Units 1,600.00/mv/way 1,600.00 X 3units X 2 Ways 9,600.00 Ferry Ride (atimonan To Alabat And Vv) 140.00/pax/way 140.00 X 18pax X 2ways 5,040.00 Boat Ride From Tagkawayan Poblacion To Kitay 100.00/pax 100.00 X 18pax 1,800.00 Skates From Morato To Laurel 120.00/pax 120.00 X 18pax 2,160.00 Tricycle From Laurel To Sitio Balogo 40.00/pax 40.00 X 18pax 720.00 Iv. Tour Kits Bottled Water, Wet Wipes, Facial Tissue, Alcohol, & Mints 250.00/pax 250.00 X 18pax 4,500.00 Total 254,920.00 Note: The Service Provider Is Expected To Be Flexible For Changes In The Implementation Of The Event Schedule Due To Unforeseen Circumstances. Viii. Qualification Of Bidders 1. Must Be Dot Accredited; 2. Must Be Located Within Calabarzon; 3. Supplier Must Be Registered In Philgeps; And 4. Willing To Provide Services On A Send-bill Arrangement. Ix. Approved Budget For The Contract (abc) Two Hundred Fifty-four Thousand Nine Hundred Twenty Pesos (p254,920.00) Inclusive Of Applicable Taxes And Fees X. Legal Documents 1. Copy Of Mayor’s/business Permit; 2. Omnibus Sworn Statement; And 3. Philgeps Registration Number Xi. Terms Of Payment Payment Will Be On Send-bill Arrangement. Xii. Project Officer/contact Person Jennifer O. Factora 0917.5013053 Jofactora@tourism.gov.ph