City of New Bedford - New Bedford Seafood Marketing & Promotional Campaign - RFP No. NBPA-FY27-001 (2026)
City of New BedfordCity · New Bedford, MA- Due
- Aug 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- John Regan
The 30-second brief
The New Bedford Port Authority (NBPA) is seeking qualified marketing consultants and entities to assist in developing a comprehensive New Bedford Seafood Marketing & Promotional Campaign. Services include strategic marketing, promotional campaign development, and related consulting for seafood promotion within New Bedford, MA. Proposals are due by August 21, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Prevailing Time, with questions due by August 7, 2026. The procurement is conducted in accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 30B, Section 6, evaluating proposals based on price and non-price criteria.
Price, non-price proposals
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Summary
The New Bedford Port Authority (NBPA) is seeking qualified marketing consultants and entities to assist in developing a comprehensive New Bedford Seafood Marketing & Promotional Campaign.
Services include strategic marketing, promotional campaign development, and related consulting for seafood promotion within New Bedford, MA. Proposals are due by August 21, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Prevailing Time, with questions due by August 7, 2026. The procurement is conducted in accordance with M.G.L. Chapter 30B, Section 6, evaluating proposals based on price and non-price criteria.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price, non-price proposals
- Submit to
- NBPA, 123 MacArthur Drive, New Bedford, MA 02740
- Scope location
- New Bedford, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of New Bedford?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 21, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: NBPA, 123 MacArthur Drive, New Bedford, MA 02740. For questions, contact John Regan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of New Bedford in MA, 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 John Regan. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Price, non-price proposals" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of New Bedford?
All active and historical solicitations from City of New Bedford are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of New Bedford 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. Review the full document from City of New Bedford for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Bedford, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
