ABSTRACT
In this chapter, the process of bidding to procure a sport, recreation or tourism event is presented. Five key elements within the bid process are defined, including a feasibility study, a candidature document, a bid questionnaire, a bid dossier/submission and the bid tour. Importantly, this chapter emphasizes critical factors for successful bids that have been outlined in the literature. This is followed by a presentation and discussion on the proposition that there is one key factor necessary in successful event bidding.
