City of Seattle - City Official Newspaper - ITB FA0-6878, 2026
City of SeattleCity · Seattle, WA- Due
- Dec 17, 2026
- 40 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Veronica Castro
- (206) 684-0763
The 30-second brief
The City of Seattle is seeking qualified daily newspapers of general circulation published in Seattle at least six days per week to submit bids to become the City Official Newspaper under ITB FA0-6878. The successful bidder will be responsible for publishing all official proceedings, ordinances, and notices as required by law for a one-year term from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2027. Total annual usage is approximately $120,000, replacing existing Contract #6735, and the resulting contract will be available to all City departments. Bids are due by December 17, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on November 12, 2026, and questions due by December 7, 2026.
1-1/4 inch column width by 1 inch length vertical inch; 1-1/2 inch column width by 1 inch length vertical inch; 1-3/4 inch column width by 1 inch length vertical inch
Pricing, responsiveness and responsibility, compliance with specifications and minimum qualifications
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Summary
The City of Seattle is seeking qualified daily newspapers of general circulation published in Seattle at least six days per week to submit bids to become the City Official Newspaper under ITB FA0-6878.
The successful bidder will be responsible for publishing all official proceedings, ordinances, and notices as required by law for a one-year term from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2027. Total annual usage is approximately $120,000, replacing existing Contract #6735, and the resulting contract will be available to all City departments. Bids are due by December 17, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference on November 12, 2026, and questions due by December 7, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Pricing
- Responsiveness and responsibility
- Compliance with specifications and minimum qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- 1-1/4 inch column width by 1 inch length vertical inch
- 1-1/2 inch column width by 1 inch length vertical inch
- 1-3/4 inch column width by 1 inch length vertical inch
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Vendor Questionnaire
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- W-9 Form
- State of Washington Business License
- Seattle Business License
- Evidence of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/seattle
- Scope location
- Seattle, WA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Seattle?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 17, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/seattle. For questions, contact Veronica Castro.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Seattle in WA, 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 Bid 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 Veronica Castro at (206) 684-0763. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1-1/4 inch column width by 1 inch length vertical inch; 1-1/2 inch column width by 1 inch length vertical inch; 1-3/4 inch column width by 1 inch length vertical inch. 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: "Pricing, responsiveness and responsibility, compliance with specifications and minimum qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Seattle?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 17, 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 Bid?
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: Vendor Questionnaire, Certification Regarding Lobbying, W-9 Form, State of Washington Business License, Seattle Business License, Evidence of Insurance. Review the full document from City of Seattle for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Seattle, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.