Request for Proposals (RFP) for Audience Development Consultation

Summary

Da Camera Singers is seeking proposals from firms or individual consultants to guide the development of a 5-year Audience Development Plan (ADP). Proposals can be submitted in PDF format to info@dacamerasingers.ca no later than 30 Sep 2023. Questions pertaining to this RFP can be directed to Brendan Lord, Choir Administrator, at info@dacamerasingers.ca. Proposals will be reviewed by the Da Camera Singers Board of Directors and staff. Meetings with firms/individuals shortlisted will begin on 15 Oct 2023 with the contract slated to begin 15 Nov 2023.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Leading up to the onset of the global pandemic and throughout the COVID recovery era, the choir’s audiences have been gradually shrinking. The choir is seeking guidance in the development of a comprehensive ADP to redeploy audiences and thereby more fully realizing its mission. The contract term is 12-16 weeks to work with the organization’s Board and artistic/administrative contractors, and to solicit and receive input from key stakeholders. The consultant will serve as project lead, and the primary deliverable is a written ADP for the organization that includes the research, analysis, perceived opportunities, and strategies to be implemented intended to result in audience growth.

CONTENTS OF PROPOSAL
Da Camera Singers is open to working with individuals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. The proposal will demonstrate that you are the right fit for this opportunity by providing an overview of the plan, structure, and delivery of the audience development planning process from start to finish.