City of Ojai - RFP for Communication and Social Media Services (2026)
City of OjaiCity · Ojai, CA- Due
- May 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Norma Cervantes
- (805) 646-5581 ext 107
The 30-second brief
The City of Ojai is seeking a communications, public relations, public engagement, and creative services provider through a one-year Professional Services Contract with an option to extend for two additional years, commencing in July 2026. The scope of services includes strategic communications planning, communications audits, media relations support, social media management, website and newsletter content development, graphic design, Spanish translation, video production, photography, and community engagement. The submission deadline is May 31, 2026.
Strategic communications planning, Communications audits and annual communications plans, Media relations support including press releases and crisis response, Article drafting and publishing, Public relations and media monitoring tools, Social media management and content development, Website and newsletter content development and analytics tracking, Graphic design services, Spanish translation, Development of outreach materials and collateral, Video production and photography, Community engagement and public meeting facilitation, Measurement and reporting through analytics dashboards, Staff training and capacity building, Assistance in reputation management and regional partnerships
Local government services understanding, Understanding of the City of Ojai and greater Ventura County region
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Summary
The City of Ojai is seeking a communications, public relations, public engagement, and creative services provider through a one-year Professional Services Contract with an option to extend for two additional years, commencing in July 2026.
The scope of services includes strategic communications planning, communications audits, media relations support, social media management, website and newsletter content development, graphic design, Spanish translation, video production, photography, and community engagement. The submission deadline is May 31, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Local government services understanding, Understanding of the City of Ojai and greater Ventura County region
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
15- Strategic communications planning
- Communications audits and annual communications plans
- Media relations support including press releases and crisis response
- Article drafting and publishing
- Public relations and media monitoring tools
- Social media management and content development
- Website and newsletter content development and analytics tracking
- Graphic design services
- Spanish translation
- Development of outreach materials and collateral
- Video production and photography
- Community engagement and public meeting facilitation
- Measurement and reporting through analytics dashboards
- Staff training and capacity building
- Assistance in reputation management and regional partnerships
- Submit to
- 401 S Ventura Street, Ojai, California, 93023
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Ojai, California
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Ojai?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 31, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 401 S Ventura Street, Ojai, California, 93023. For questions, contact Norma Cervantes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Ojai 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 Norma Cervantes at (805) 646-5581 ext 107. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Strategic communications planning, Communications audits and annual communications plans, Media relations support including press releases and crisis response, Article drafting and publishing, Public relations and media monitoring tools, Social media management and content development, Website and n. 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: "Local government services understanding, Understanding of the City of Ojai and greater Ventura County region" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ojai?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Ojai are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Ojai regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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 Ojai for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ojai, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.