If you’re involved in the world of hospitality development, you are likely all too familiar with the RFP (Request for Proposal): a document that outlines project needs and invites the best-qualified partners to submit their candidacy. When it works, it works: an owner or organization issues a thoughtful RFP, clearly defining their scope, setting clear expectations, and is successful in attracting competitive bids. Without the right strategic guidance, however, crafting and evaluating RFPs can become a time-consuming, chaotic, and inefficient process. In this Q&A, owner’s representative Jake Zwaagstra shares how he navigates the RFP process from soup to nuts, helping owners set the tone for their entire project and ensuring they receive a final product that delivers what they envisioned.
READ THE FULL ARTICLE BY JAKE ZWAAGSTRA THE WINTER 2025 EDITION OF GAMING & LEISURE MAGAZINE.