Mississippi Department of Mental Health - 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Campaign - RFX 3150006900 (2026)
Mississippi Department of Mental HealthState · Jackson, MS- Due
- Jun 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- MarQuaita Lampkin
- (601) 359-1288
The 30-second brief
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health seeks a qualified media and communications firm to support and expand the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Mississippi Campaign through strategic planning, creative development, branding, media planning and placement, advertising, public service announcements, and targeted outreach strategies. The contract value shall not exceed $70,000, running from July 15, 2026, to September 29, 2026. Submissions are due by June 29, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. CST to MarQuaita Lampkin at the Department of Mental Health in Jackson, MS. Evaluation criteria include the plan for performing required services, pricing, past performance, and technical training and experience in substance use and social media campaigns.
Designing logos for CONTACT the Crisis Line and CONTACT Helpline, Creating printed outreach materials for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Mississippi initiative, Developing social media content and messaging including materials to support 988 Day on September 8, 2026, Print and digital advertising in newspapers, Digital media placements, Broadcast radio placements
The plan for performing the required services: 25 points, Pricing: 35 points, A record of past performance of relevant work: 15 points, Ability to perform the services as reflected by technical training and education, general experience, specific experience in working on similar substance use awareness campaigns and social media campaigns: 25 points
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Summary
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health seeks a qualified media and communications firm to support and expand the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Mississippi Campaign through strategic planning, creative development, branding, media planning and placement, advertising, public service announcements, and targeted outreach strategies.
The contract value shall not exceed $70,000, running from July 15, 2026, to September 29, 2026. Submissions are due by June 29, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. CST to MarQuaita Lampkin at the Department of Mental Health in Jackson, MS. Evaluation criteria include the plan for performing required services, pricing, past performance, and technical training and experience in substance use and social media campaigns.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The plan for performing the required services: 25 points, Pricing: 35 points, A record of past performance of relevant work: 15 points, Ability to perform the services as reflected by technical training and education, general experience, specific experience in working on similar substance use awareness campaigns and social media campaigns: 25 points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Designing logos for CONTACT the Crisis Line and CONTACT Helpline, Creating printed outreach materials for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Mississippi initiative, Developing social media content and messaging including materials to support 988 Day on September 8, 2026, Print and digital advertising in newspapers, Digital media placements, Broadcast radio placements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
A statement of price, Terms of the agreement, A description of the services to be offered by the vendor to the agency and name address and telephone number of the offeror, The qualifications including examples of similar projects, A plan giving as many details as is practical explaining how the budget will be utilized
- Submit to
- [email protected] or 239 North Lamar St., Jackson, MS 39201
- Scope location
- Jackson, MS
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Mississippi Department of Mental Health?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 29, 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] or 239 North Lamar St., Jackson, MS 39201. For questions, contact MarQuaita Lampkin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Mississippi Department of Mental Health in MS, 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 MarQuaita Lampkin at (601) 359-1288. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Designing logos for CONTACT the Crisis Line and CONTACT Helpline, Creating printed outreach materials for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Mississippi initiative, Developing social media content and messaging including materials to support 988 Day on September 8, 2026, Print and digital advertising in. 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: "The plan for performing the required services: 25 points, Pricing: 35 points, A record of past performance of relevant work: 15 points, Ability to perform the services as reflected by technical traini..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mississippi Department of Mental Health?
All active and historical solicitations from Mississippi Department of Mental Health are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Mississippi Department of Mental Health 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 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: A statement of price, Terms of the agreement, A description of the services to be offered by the vendor to the agency and name address and telephone number of the offeror, The qualifications including. Review the full document from Mississippi Department of Mental Health for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jackson, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.