City of Little Canada Brand and Logo Refresh Design Services RFP 2026
City of Little CanadaCity · Little Canada, MN- Due
- Mar 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Laura Linehan
- (651) 373-1975
The 30-second brief
The City of Little Canada is seeking proposals from qualified graphic design and marketing firms to refresh its city brand and logo. The project includes updating typography, refreshing color palettes, and potentially redesigning the city's quarterly printed newsletter. The budget is $7,000 for the brand and logo refresh and $3,000 for the optional newsletter redesign.
Modernized city logo with updated typography, Refreshed brand color palettes (primary, Secondary, Grayscale), Three to four graphic elements, WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliant designs, All raw design files. Optional: Redesigned quarterly print newsletter template.
Responsiveness and completeness, demonstrated understanding of city objectives, relevant professional experience, demonstrated ability to deliver projects within budget and schedule, qualifications and experience of proposed personnel, team organization, capacity, and continuity, depth of project understanding, effectiveness of proposed design and delivery approach, depth of understanding how the scope of work aligns with project phases, key milestones, deliverables, and review periods.
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Summary
The City of Little Canada is seeking proposals from qualified graphic design and marketing firms to refresh its city brand and logo.
The project includes updating typography, refreshing color palettes, and potentially redesigning the city's quarterly printed newsletter. The budget is $7,000 for the brand and logo refresh and $3,000 for the optional newsletter redesign.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsiveness and completeness, demonstrated understanding of city objectives, relevant professional experience, demonstrated ability to deliver projects within budget and schedule, qualifications and experience of proposed personnel, team organization, capacity, and continuity, depth of project understanding, effectiveness of proposed design and delivery approach, depth of understanding how the scope of work aligns with project phases, key milestones, deliverables, and review periods.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Modernized city logo with updated typography
- Refreshed brand color palettes (primary, Secondary, Grayscale)
- Three to four graphic elements
- WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliant designs
- All raw design files
Optional: Redesigned quarterly print newsletter template.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A- Fee Table, Appendix B – Current Brand Style Guide
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Little Canada?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 11, 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. For questions, contact Laura Linehan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Little Canada in MN, 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 Laura Linehan at (651) 373-1975. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Modernized city logo with updated typography, Refreshed brand color palettes (primary, Secondary, Grayscale), Three to four graphic elements, WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliant designs, All raw design files. Optional: Redesigned quarterly print newsletter template.. 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: "Responsiveness and completeness, demonstrated understanding of city objectives, relevant professional experience, demonstrated ability to deliver projects within budget and schedule, qualifications an..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Little Canada?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Little Canada are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Little Canada regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Appendix A- Fee Table, Appendix B – Current Brand Style Guide. Review the full document from City of Little Canada for the complete list.