City of Sunnyside Official Newspaper for 2027 Request for Bids
City of SunnysideCity · Sunnyside, WA- Due
- Nov 25, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Katie Emery
- (509) 836-6310
The 30-second brief
The City of Sunnyside, Yakima County, WA, is soliciting bids from qualified newspapers to serve as the city's official newspaper for 2027. The scope includes legal notice publications, advertising services, and meeting minimum qualifications defined by RCW 65.16.020, publishing at least once per week with preference for daily publication, providing a statement of circulation for Zip Code 98944, and supplying original affidavits of publication within 14 days. Publishers must have at least three years of experience providing weekly or daily newspaper services and provide municipal references. The contract period runs for a minimum of one year. Submissions are due by November 25, 2026, and must be emailed to the City Clerk's Office. Bids will be evaluated to determine the lowest responsible bid.
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Summary
The City of Sunnyside, Yakima County, WA, is soliciting bids from qualified newspapers to serve as the city's official newspaper for 2027.
The scope includes legal notice publications, advertising services, and meeting minimum qualifications defined by RCW 65.16.020, publishing at least once per week with preference for daily publication, providing a statement of circulation for Zip Code 98944, and supplying original affidavits of publication within 14 days. Publishers must have at least three years of experience providing weekly or daily newspaper services and provide municipal references. The contract period runs for a minimum of one year. Submissions are due by November 25, 2026, and must be emailed to the City Clerk's Office. Bids will be evaluated to determine the lowest responsible bid.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bid
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Statement of circulation
- Statement of intent to comply with bid requirements
- Proposed cost for legal notice publications
- References of other municipalities served
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Sunnyside, WA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Sunnyside?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 25, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Katie Emery.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Sunnyside 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 Katie Emery at (509) 836-6310. 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: "Lowest responsible bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Sunnyside?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Sunnyside are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Sunnyside 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 25, 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: statement of circulation, statement of intent to comply with bid requirements, proposed cost for legal notice publications, references of other municipalities served. Review the full document from City of Sunnyside for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sunnyside, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.