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Copy of The Wayfinder Hotel TMD

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Newport Daffodil Days Bannister's Wharf

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St Patricks Day Parade Irish

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Copy of Ocean Drive

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Copy of Beavertail State Park Jamestown Aerial

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request for proposal

Discover Newport at times seeks the request for proposals. Information about open requests for proposal or other bids are listed below.

Agency of Record

Date Posted: January 15, 2026
Proposals Due: February 25, 2026
Q&A: February 6, 2025 — Click here
Strategic Plan: View our 2026/2027 plan here