Explore St. Louis Integrated Marketing Agency RFP 2026
- Due
- May 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Julie Gilbert
The 30-second brief
Explore St. Louis is seeking proposals for an Integrated Marketing Agency, with two core components: Digital Media Strategy, Planning & Buying, and Creative Agency (Storytelling & Campaign Development). The goal is to strengthen the region's positioning and promotion through a unified marketing ecosystem.
Annual media strategy, Campaign plans, KPI framework, Reporting dashboards, Optimization roadmap, Creative Platform, Messaging Frameworks, Campaign Concepts & Toolkits, Campaign Assets, Content Direction, Partner Integration Concepts
Strategic Thinking & Approach, Relevant Experience, Execution & Capabilities, Collaboration, Measurement, Pricing & Value
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Summary
Explore St.
Louis is seeking proposals for an Integrated Marketing Agency, with two core components: Digital Media Strategy, Planning & Buying, and Creative Agency (Storytelling & Campaign Development). The goal is to strengthen the region's positioning and promotion through a unified marketing ecosystem.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Strategic Thinking & Approach
- Relevant Experience
- Execution & Capabilities
- Collaboration
- Measurement
- Pricing & Value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Annual media strategy
- Campaign plans
- KPI framework
- Reporting dashboards
- Optimization roadmap
- Creative Platform
- Messaging Frameworks
- Campaign Concepts & Toolkits
- Campaign Assets
- Content Direction
- Partner Integration Concepts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Three (3) relevant case studies
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Reported agency
- Explore St. Louis
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from St Louis Regional Convention And Visitors Commission?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 12, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Julie Gilbert.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including St Louis Regional Convention And Visitors Commission in MO, 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 Julie Gilbert. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Annual media strategy, Campaign plans, KPI framework, Reporting dashboards, Optimization roadmap, Creative Platform, Messaging Frameworks, Campaign Concepts & Toolkits, Campaign Assets, Content Direction, Partner Integration Concepts. 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: "Strategic Thinking & Approach, Relevant Experience, Execution & Capabilities, Collaboration, Measurement, Pricing & Value" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from St Louis Regional Convention And Visitors Commission?
All active and historical solicitations from St Louis Regional Convention And Visitors Commission are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, St Louis Regional Convention And Visitors Commission 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Three (3) relevant case studies. Review the full document from St Louis Regional Convention And Visitors Commission for the complete list.