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RT7 Media
Alexandria, Virginia
RT7 Media is pleased to submit this proposal for the redesign and redevelopment of ExploreGreene.com, Greene County's primary destination marketing platform.
Greene County offers visitors an authentic Virginia experience - from the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains and gateway access to Shenandoah National Park, to over 75,000 square feet of antiques, local artisans and pottery, farm-to-table dining, and rich Civil War history.
Your website must effectively showcase these diverse tourism assets while making it easy for visitors to plan their trips. We understand that ExploreGreene.com needs to:
Beautiful imagery and compelling content that captures the essence of Greene County
Easy access to lodging, dining, events, and attractions organized by visitor interests
Interactive maps, event calendars, and trip planning tools
Newsletter signups, social media integration, and visitor inquiry forms
Below is how we address each specific requirement from your RFP:
Complete visual redesign reflecting current destination marketing best practices. Clean, inspiring design that puts Greene County's natural beauty and attractions front and center.
Custom WordPress theme development with intuitive admin interface. Your team will easily manage content, photos, events, and listings without technical expertise.
Mobile-first approach ensuring perfect display on smartphones, tablets, and desktops. Tested across all major devices and browsers.
Restructured information architecture based on visitor journey and tourism best practices. Intuitive navigation that helps visitors quickly find what they're looking for.
We'll work with your existing content, editing and reorganizing it for better presentation. Limited content writing as needed to fill gaps or improve clarity.
Website built to WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards ensuring accessibility for all visitors. Includes proper heading structure, alt text for images, sufficient color contrast, keyboard navigation, and screen reader compatibility.
A dedicated staging site (e.g., greene.rt7.media) will be provided for client review throughout development. We do not impose arbitrary limits on design revisions—our goal is your complete satisfaction within the project scope. Requests that require creation of additional content or new site features beyond the original scope would be addressed as scope modifications.
Photo galleries showcasing Greene County's mountains, antiques, pottery, farms, dining, and events. Video gallery support for promotional content.
Beautiful gallery system for showcasing tourism assets. Easy upload and organization of images and videos by category.
Flexible calendar system supporting manual entry and external feeds. Filterable by event type, date range, and category.
Visitor inquiry forms, newsletter signup, and contact forms with spam protection and email notifications.
Interactive Google Maps showing attractions, dining, lodging, and points of interest. "What's Nearby" features to help visitors explore.
Comprehensive on-page SEO including meta descriptions, title tags, image optimization, schema markup, and site speed optimization.
Structured data implementation optimized for emerging AI search tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. As more visitors use AI to research destinations, your site will be discoverable.
Full GA4 implementation with custom event tracking for key visitor actions. Understanding how visitors use your site helps improve tourism marketing.
We recommend managed WordPress hosting optimized for performance and security. Includes SSL certificate, daily backups, and 99.9% uptime guarantee.
Seamless migration maintaining your ExploreGreene.com domain. Zero downtime during transition.
Four (4) hours of comprehensive WordPress training for your team covering content management, photo uploads, event posting, and site administration.
Custom documentation and video tutorials tailored to your specific site features.
30 days of post-launch support included for questions and minor adjustments.
| Phase 1: Discovery & Planning | $1,000 |
| Phase 2: Design | $1,600 |
| Phase 3: Development | $3,150 |
| Phase 4: Content Migration & Testing | $1,450 |
| Phase 5: Training & Launch | $650 |
| First Year Hosting (Included) | $0 |
| Total | $7,850 |
2026 Hourly Rate: $90/hour (billed in 15-minute increments)
For future content updates, feature additions, or site enhancements beyond the initial scope. Most minor updates take less than an hour.
Estimated 10-week timeline from Notice to Proceed
Estimated Start Date: Within 5 business days of Notice to Proceed
RT7 Media brings extensive experience working with businesses and organizations in rural Virginia communities. We've built websites for local news outlets, artisan producers, and community organizations that understand the importance of presenting rural authenticity in a compelling, professional way.
We've worked with clients like Middleneck News (Kilmarnock, VA) and Ciders from Mars (Staunton, VA)—businesses rooted in rural Virginia communities that depend on effective digital presence to reach their audiences.
Our 20+ years of WordPress development experience translates directly to destination marketing. Photo galleries, event calendars, maps integration, and mobile-responsive design are core competencies we apply across all projects.
Understanding how visitors search for destinations and local businesses is central to our approach. We ensure your site appears for the right queries through technical SEO and AI-optimized content structure.
Building flexible systems for managing festivals, seasonal attractions, and ongoing events that keep visitors coming back throughout the year.
Below are examples of websites we've designed, including work for rural Virginia businesses, event organizations, and content-rich community websites:
Community news website serving Virginia's rural Middle Peninsula. Features event listings, local business directory, and content management for ongoing community coverage.
Craft cidery website showcasing artisan products with beautiful photography, tasting room information, and event promotion—the kind of agritourism business that draws visitors to rural areas.
Event management and tourism-focused website with comprehensive destination information, event listings, and professional photography showcasing venues and experiences.
Complete WordPress redesign for professional organization. Custom membership system, event calendar, and resource library with intuitive content management.
High-end product showcase with emphasis on stunning imagery, interactive galleries, and dealer locator. Premium design with excellent mobile experience.
Professional services website with brand refresh, intuitive navigation, and clear service presentation. Focus on credibility and easy contact.
Small business website featuring photo galleries, service descriptions, and easy inquiry forms. Mobile-optimized for on-the-go customers.
Community organization website with event calendar, photo galleries, and volunteer management. Clean design with strong visual hierarchy.
We're proud of the relationships we've built with our clients. Below are references who can speak to our work quality, professionalism, and dedication to client success:
Redeemer Renaissance
Redeemer Lutheran Church
All references available upon request and with their permission.
Proven track record with rural Virginia businesses and organizations. We understand how to present authentic local character through effective web design.
Hand-coded WordPress themes (not templates) optimized for performance, security, and your specific needs.
Modern, mobile-first design that showcases Greene County's natural beauty and tourism assets.
Technical and on-page SEO including optimization for emerging AI search tools ensuring discoverability.
Intuitive WordPress CMS with comprehensive training so your team can easily update content.
Based in Northern Virginia with deep understanding of Virginia tourism and accessible for meetings.
Greene County deserves a tourism website that effectively showcases your natural beauty, heritage, arts, and authentic Virginia experiences.
RT7 Media is committed to delivering a modern, mobile-responsive website that inspires visitors, provides practical trip planning tools, and drives tourism engagement.
We understand the importance of this project and are prepared to deliver a website that serves as a long-term digital asset for Greene County tourism.
RT7 Media
Marty Zager, Principal
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (703) 621-0613
Website: rt7.media
Supplier: Route 7 Media LLC
VLIN: VA00170262
Vendor Code: VS0000231414
Proposal submitted: January 19, 2026