The calendar just flipped to August, and for hoteliers, that means one thing: 2026 RFP season is here.
The clock is ticking to secure those highly coveted corporate and agency contracts for the new year. Navigating countless submissions, standing out from a sea of competition, and ensuring your property captures its fair share of B2B demand can feel overwhelming, even for the most seasoned teams. Are you confident you're not leaving lucrative business on the table?
This isn't just about filling out forms; it's about strategic positioning, data-driven insights, and a compelling narrative that gets your hotel noticed.
Why 2026 RFP Season Demands a New Approach
Traditional RFP strategies often fall short because:
- Lack of Targeted Data: Submitting to every RFP without understanding the true opportunity is inefficient.
- Generic Proposals: Hotels struggle to articulate their unique value in a way that resonates with specific corporate travel managers or agencies.
- Limited Visibility: Even a perfect proposal can go unnoticed if your property isn't visible within the GDS and consortia channels where planners search.
- Resource Strain: The sheer volume of work can overwhelm internal sales teams, especially for single properties.
Conquering RFP Season with the ACE Distribution Method™
At Atypical Forte, we don't just talk about strategy; we execute it. Our ACE Distribution Method™ is purpose-built to equip your hotel to conquer RFP season and beyond. It’s our proven path to help any hotel unlock impactful sales growth.
Here’s how our ACE pillars directly contribute to your RFP success:
- A - Accelerate Your Revenue Potential: We leverage advanced Business Intelligence (BI) to pinpoint the right opportunities for your hotel – identifying high-value agencies and corporate accounts in your market. This data-driven precision means you're focusing your RFP efforts where they'll yield the biggest return, saving time and maximizing impact.
- C - Connect to Premium Global Networks: We ensure your hotel is optimally positioned within the GDS and key B2B travel networks. This means your property achieves enhanced visibility for planners actively researching properties for their 2026 travel programs, ensuring your proposal doesn't get lost in the shuffle.
- E - Elevate Your Property's Market Presence: Beyond the submission, we help you strategically refine your marketing engagement within B2B channels. This includes crafting compelling content for your proposals and leveraging opportunities that ensure your hotel shines brightly and stands out from the competition during the competitive evaluation process.
Stop Guessing, Start Growing Your 2026 Pipeline
Don't leave your 2026 corporate revenue to chance. It's time to stop guessing and start growing with a proactive, data-driven approach that gets results. The window for securing these contracts is now!
Ready to secure your hotel's place in key travel programs for the new year? Schedule a Strategic Session today and let's optimize your RFP strategy.