Request for Proposal (RFP) Website Optimization Consulting Services

Project Overview

Advantage St. John’s is seeking a consultant or agency to provide website optimization and SEO consulting services as part of a broader Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) marketing initiative. The project focuses on improving the performance of existing website content to better support investor engagement, search visibility, and lead generation for priority sectors including Energy, Technology, Oceans, and Aerospace & Defence. Rather than a full redesign, the engagement emphasizes practical content improvements, on-page SEO, and bounce-rate reduction strategies targeted at international business audiences.

Scope of Work (Requirements)

The selected consultant or agency will be responsible for:

Website & Content Assessment

  • Review selected high-priority webpages
  • Evaluate content performance, engagement, and bounce rate
  • Assess alignment with investor needs and search intent

Content Improvement & Optimization

  • Improve existing content structure and messaging
  • Refine calls-to-action and page clarity
  • Enhance relevance for international investors and sector audiences

On-Page SEO Support

  • Keyword alignment and optimization
  • Metadata improvements
  • Heading structure optimization
  • Internal linking recommendations
  • Content structure improvements

Bounce Rate Reduction

  • Identify opportunities to improve user engagement
  • Optimize how value propositions are communicated
  • Improve content flow and user pathways

Optional Technical Recommendations

  • Identify technical issues impacting SEO or engagement
  • Provide separately priced recommendations for optional technical fixes

Measurement & Reporting

  • Prioritized implementation roadmap
  • Recommendations for performance tracking and KPIs
  • Ongoing measurement and review guidance

Deliverables Include

  • Website assessment report
  • SEO and content improvement recommendations
  • Revised/refined page content where applicable
  • Bounce-rate reduction recommendations
  • Project timeline and milestone plan
  • Measurement and reporting framework

Key Dates

  • RFP Issued: June 1, 2026
  • Proposal Deadline: June 23, 2026

 

Budget

Not explicitly defined.

Why This Is a Great Opportunity, and for Whom

This is an excellent opportunity for SEO consultants, digital marketing agencies, conversion optimization specialists, and content strategists with experience in B2B marketing, investment attraction, or economic development organizations. The project is highly focused on measurable website performance improvements, investor-focused messaging, and international search visibility, making it attractive for agencies skilled in lead-generation SEO and strategic content optimization. Since the engagement centers around practical improvements instead of a full rebuild, it is also well suited for smaller specialist firms and boutique SEO consultancies.

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