Commonwealth of Pennsylvania - Freelance Services ITQ Contract - 2026
Pennsylvania Department of General Services | Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaState · Harrisburg, PA- Due
- Oct 31, 2027
- 354 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Celeste Mazza
- (717) 346-8112
The 30-second brief
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of General Services (DGS), Bureau of Procurement, is issuing an Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) contract for freelance services to support Commonwealth agencies, commissions, and state offices with marketing, press, and communications needs. Required service categories include audio engineers, broadcast engineers, hair stylists, make-up artists, media trainers, multimedia graphic designers, photographers, producers, writers, production assistants/grips, talent providers, video editors, and videographers. Contractors must provide documentation showing two years of experience in the appropriate commodity code selected under Service Categories. The ITQ ends effective 10/31/2027, with a new ITQ starting 11/01/2027.
Audio Engineer, Broadcast Engineer, Hair Stylist, Make-up Artist, Media Trainer, Multimedia Graphic Designer, Photographer, Producer/Writer, Production Assistant/Grip, Talent/Talent Provider, Video Editor, Videographer
Best Value, Low Cost
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Summary
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of General Services (DGS), Bureau of Procurement, is issuing an Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) contract for freelance services to support Commonwealth agencies, commissions, and state offices with marketing, press, and communications needs.
Required service categories include audio engineers, broadcast engineers, hair stylists, make-up artists, media trainers, multimedia graphic designers, photographers, producers, writers, production assistants/grips, talent providers, video editors, and videographers. Contractors must provide documentation showing two years of experience in the appropriate commodity code selected under Service Categories. The ITQ ends effective 10/31/2027, with a new ITQ starting 11/01/2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best Value, Low Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Audio Engineer
- Broadcast Engineer
- Hair Stylist
- Make-up Artist
- Media Trainer
- Multimedia Graphic Designer
- Photographer
- Producer/Writer
- Production Assistant/Grip
- Talent/Talent Provider
- Video Editor
- Videographer
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
documentation showing two years of experience in the appropriate commodity code
- Submit to
- Commonwealth's Custom Portal, powered by the JAGGAER system
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Harrisburg, PA
- Reported agency
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Pennsylvania Department of General Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 31, 2027. 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: Commonwealth's Custom Portal, powered by the JAGGAER system. For questions, contact Celeste Mazza.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Pennsylvania Department of General Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in PA, 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 RFQ 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 Celeste Mazza at (717) 346-8112. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Audio Engineer, Broadcast Engineer, Hair Stylist, Make-up Artist, Media Trainer, Multimedia Graphic Designer, Photographer, Producer/Writer, Production Assistant/Grip, Talent/Talent Provider, Video Editor, Videographer. 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: "Best Value, Low Cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pennsylvania Department of General Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
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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 October 31, 2027, 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 RFQ?
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: documentation showing two years of experience in the appropriate commodity code. Review the full document from Pennsylvania Department of General Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Harrisburg, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.