Operation, Management & Activation of “That’s So Celina” A Downtown Celina Visitor Center, Retail & Community Destination Celina Economic Development Corporation (EDC)

The City of Celina is soliciting a qualified vendor to operate, manage, and activate the newly envisioned “That’s So Celina” downtown visitor center, which will also house retail spaces and serve as a community destination. The contractor will be responsible for day‑to‑day operations, staffing, marketing, event programming, facility maintenance, and overall activation strategies to drive tourism and local engagement. The contract is expected to exceed $100,000 and will be reviewed by the City Council after an EDC board meeting. • Scope includes full‑service management of a visitor center and associated retail spaces. • Required deliverables: staffing plan, marketing/activation plan, financial reporting, compliance with city insurance and ethics requirements. • Mandatory submission of multiple forms (CIQ, W‑9, SOQ, non‑resident bidder, Form 1295, financial capacity documentation). • Deadline for questions 9/16/2026; proposal submission 9/28/2026; award presentation 11/10/2026. • Vendor must meet Texas local‑preference policy and maintain required insurance throughout the contract term.