Request for Proposal (RFP)

Ultimate Long Drive, Inc. (ULD)

1. Introduction

Ultimate Long Drive, Inc. (ULD) is the world’s largest long drive golf organization, operating 200+ events annually across the United States with additional international partners feeding into our annual World Championship. We provide competitive long drive opportunities for golfers of all ages and abilities while creating powerful event and sponsorship opportunities for host destinations, venues, and partners.

This Request for Proposal (RFP) invites destinations, sports tourism organizations, and venue partners to bid for hosting opportunities at ULD events.

2. About ULD Event Structure

ULD organizes events at four levels, designed to provide local engagement through to global exposure:

• ULD Leagues

  • Local organizations run 6–10 events annually

  • 2–3 hour events, low travel requirements

  • Points-based qualification for the World Championship

  • Season: November 1 – July

  • League Championships (Majors): August

• ULD Tour Events

  • 1-day major events (North American Tour: 6–10 annually)

  • Winners earn automatic qualification for Worlds

• ULD National Events

  • 2-day major events

  • Showcase regional and national talent

• ULD World Championship

  • 4-day flagship event

  • Features U.S. athletes and international qualifiers

3. Athlete Divisions & Inclusivity

ULD is committed to inclusivity across age, skill level, and ability, providing competition opportunities for every athlete:

• Youth & Junior Divisions: 7U, 9U, 11U, 13U, 15U, 17U

• Adult Divisions:

  • Open Division (any age)

  • Age groups: 35+, 40+, 45+, 50+, 55+, 60+, 65+, 70+, 75+, 80+, 85+

• Amateur & Professional categories

• Adaptive Divisions: For athletes competing with disabilities

• Valor Divisions: Dedicated to Military and First Responders

This structure ensures that ULD events are accessible, diverse, and welcoming to all participants.

4. Event Hosting Opportunities

• 2026: 2 Tour Event dates available

• 2027: National Event hosting opportunity

• 2027: World Championship hosting opportunity

5. Proposal Requirements

Proposals should include:

1. Host Location Information

   • City, state, venue details

   • Accessibility (airports, transport, lodging capacity)

2. Facilities

   • Golf course, driving range, or suitable venue details

   • Spectator capacity, media support, parking, etc.

3. Community & Tourism Support

   • Local partnerships (CVB, sports commission, sponsors)

   • Event promotion and marketing capabilities

4. Financial Considerations

   • Host fee, in-kind support, tourism funding

   • Services provided (staffing, volunteers, hospitality)

5. Experience

   • Past experience hosting sports events or tourism activations

6. Selection Criteria

Proposals will be evaluated on:

• Venue suitability and readiness

• Community and tourism support

• Financial support and resources offered

• Marketing and promotional opportunities

• Ability to enhance the athlete and spectator experience

7. Submission Instructions

• Complete Bid Sheet Below

• Deadline: Open

8. Contact Information

Ultimate Long Drive, Inc.
115 Surfrider BLVD, Suite 4, Longs, SC 29568
[email protected] | 843-272-1900

Please email Kevin Porter at [email protected] for more detail.