Manatee County - Public Relations Services - 26-TA006565AF
Manatee County - Procurement DivisionCounty · FL- Due
- Sep 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ashley Forrest
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Summary
The Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (BACVB) is seeking professional public relations services covering media markets in the United States and Canada.
Services include public and media relations, influencer and content creator relations, crisis communications, media monitoring, strategic planning, account management, and related communications support for the Bradenton Area destination and BACVB-managed amenities. The selected consultant will develop and execute strategies to increase destination awareness, support visitation, maintain brand perception, and promote BACVB initiatives in designated target markets.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- 26-TA006565AF Addendum 1.pdf
- 26-TA006565AF Exhibit 3
- Fee Rate Schedule.xlsx
- 26-TA006565AF Request for Offers.pdf
- Submit to
- Manatee County
- Scope location
- Bradenton, FL
- Reported agency
- Manatee County
Questions about this RFO
How do I respond to this RFO from Manatee County - Procurement Division?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Manatee County. For questions, contact Ashley Forrest.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFO?
Most government agencies, including Manatee County - Procurement Division in FL, 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 RFO 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 Ashley Forrest. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFO?
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: 26-TA006565AF Addendum 1.pdf, 26-TA006565AF Exhibit 3, Fee Rate Schedule.xlsx, 26-TA006565AF Request for Offers.pdf. Review the full document from Manatee County - Procurement Division for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bradenton, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.