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City of Mercedes
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Jun 25, 2021
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF

What they're buying

The City of Mercedes, Texas is accepting sealed Proposals for Public Relations Services. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked. The purpose of this RFP is to select a qualified contractor to plan, coordinate and administer Public Relations services to leverage media coverage about the City.

How it's scored

Ability, capacity and skill to perform within specified time limits and allocated budget; Experience, reputation, efficiency, judgement and integrity; Reference checks; Sufficiency of firm's resources to fulfill the contract; Firms will furnish proof of insurance binder and maintain insurance throughout the contract; Other applicable factors as the City determines necessary or appropriate.

SUMMARY

The City of Mercedes, Texas is accepting sealed Proposals for Public Relations Services.

Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope plainly marked. The purpose of this RFP is to select a qualified contractor to plan, coordinate and administer Public Relations services to leverage media coverage about the City.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

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  • Ability, capacity and skill to perform within specified time limits and allocated budget
  • Experience, reputation, efficiency, judgement and integrity
  • Reference checks
  • Sufficiency of firm's resources to fulfill the contract
  • Firms will furnish proof of insurance binder and maintain insurance throughout the contract
  • Other applicable factors as the City determines necessary or appropriate

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

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  • Cover Letter
  • Qualifications and Experience
  • Approach to Scope of Work
  • Project Cost
Submit to
City Hall, 400 S. Ohio Ave., Mercedes, TX 78570

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from City of Mercedes?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 25, 2021. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Hall, 400 S. Ohio Ave., Mercedes, TX 78570.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including City of Mercedes in TX, 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.

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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: "Ability, capacity and skill to perform within specified time limits and allocated budget; Experience, reputation, efficiency, judgement and integrity; Reference checks; Sufficiency of firm's resources..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from City of Mercedes?

All active and historical solicitations from City of Mercedes are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Mercedes 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: Cover Letter, Qualifications and Experience, Approach to Scope of Work, Project Cost. Review the full document from City of Mercedes for the complete list.

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