City of Helena - City of Helena Specialty License Plate Design - 2026
City of HelenaCity · Helena, MT- Due
- Dec 14, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Bridget Johnston
- (406) 447-8445
The 30-second brief
The City of Helena invites artists, graphic designers, illustrators, and creative teams to submit original design concepts for a proposed City of Helena Specialty License Plate. The specialty license plate is intended to celebrate Helena’s distinctive identity, history, landscape, and community while generating ongoing financial support for affordable housing initiatives within the City of Helena, specifically supporting the Helena Affordable Housing Trust Fund (HAHTF). The selected artist or design team will receive an honorarium of $500 and will work with City staff to develop the final production-ready artwork meeting Montana Department of Justice, Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) requirements. Submissions are due by 9:00am Mountain Time on December 14, 2026, and can be submitted electronically to [email protected] or delivered to the City of Helena Community Development Department.
Submission Form, Design Description, Proposed License Plate Design
Connection to Helena, Overall Artistic Quality, License Plate Legibility, Simplicity and Reproducibility, Public Appeal, Adaptability
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Summary
The City of Helena invites artists, graphic designers, illustrators, and creative teams to submit original design concepts for a proposed City of Helena Specialty License Plate.
The specialty license plate is intended to celebrate Helena’s distinctive identity, history, landscape, and community while generating ongoing financial support for affordable housing initiatives within the City of Helena, specifically supporting the Helena Affordable Housing Trust Fund (HAHTF). The selected artist or design team will receive an honorarium of $500 and will work with City staff to develop the final production-ready artwork meeting Montana Department of Justice, Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) requirements. Submissions are due by 9:00am Mountain Time on December 14, 2026, and can be submitted electronically to [email protected] or delivered to the City of Helena Community Development Department.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Connection to Helena
- Overall Artistic Quality
- License Plate Legibility
- Simplicity and Reproducibility
- Public Appeal
- Adaptability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Submission Form
- Design Description
- Proposed License Plate Design
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Submission Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Helena, MT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Helena?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Bridget Johnston.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Helena in MT, 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 Bridget Johnston at (406) 447-8445. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Submission Form, Design Description, Proposed License Plate Design. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Connection to Helena, Overall Artistic Quality, License Plate Legibility, Simplicity and Reproducibility, Public Appeal, Adaptability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Helena?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Helena are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Helena regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 14, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Submission Form. Review the full document from City of Helena for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Helena, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.