City of Arroyo Grande Marketing, Communications, Website Management, and Social Media Services RFP 2026
- Due
- Apr 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Sheridan Bohlken
The 30-second brief
The City of Arroyo Grande, on behalf of the Arroyo Grande Tourism Business Improvement District (AGTBID), is soliciting proposals for integrated marketing, advertising, communications, social media, and website management services for the 'Visit Arroyo Grande' tourism brand. The objective is to engage a firm for a three-year term to deliver strategic, data-driven destination marketing aimed at increasing overnight visitation and lodging-related revenue. Required services include brand management, digital marketing, and website maintenance. Proposals are due by April 17, 2026, and should be submitted as four hard copies (three bound, one unbound) to 1221 Ash Street or via email to [email protected]. Submissions must be clearly marked 'RFP AGTBID'.
Four Copies (three bound and one unbound 8.5)
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Summary
The City of Arroyo Grande, on behalf of the Arroyo Grande Tourism Business Improvement District (AGTBID), is soliciting proposals for integrated marketing, advertising, communications, social media, and website management services for the 'Visit Arroyo Grande' tourism brand.
The objective is to engage a firm for a three-year term to deliver strategic, data-driven destination marketing aimed at increasing overnight visitation and lodging-related revenue. Required services include brand management, digital marketing, and website maintenance. Proposals are due by April 17, 2026, and should be submitted as four hard copies (three bound, one unbound) to 1221 Ash Street or via email to [email protected]. Submissions must be clearly marked 'RFP AGTBID'.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Four Copies (three bound and one unbound 8.5)
- Submit to
- 1221 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
- Scope location
- Arroyo Grande, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Arroyo Grande?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 17, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 1221 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420. For questions, contact Sheridan Bohlken.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Arroyo Grande in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Sheridan Bohlken. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Four Copies (three bound and one unbound 8.5). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Arroyo Grande for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Arroyo Grande, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.