Pinellas County Public Relations Services-Domestic U.S. and Canada RFP 2026-0424-RFP
Pinellas County PurchasingCounty · Clearwater, FL- Due
- Apr 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kelsey Wheeler
- (727) 464-7210
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Summary
Pinellas County requires a dedicated domestic public relations firm to strategically generate publicity and shape a positive public perception across the United States and Canada.
The specialized PR partner will bring established media relationships, regional market insight, and the ability to secure high-impact earned coverage and social media coverage that promotes the St. Pete-Clearwater destination, inspires travel consideration, drives bookings, and supports the local tourism economy. Services include developing creative concepts, responding to evolving travel trends, pitching seasonal story angles, managing reputation and crisis communications, and leveraging data-driven insights. The submission deadline is April 23, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline on April 16, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Common_Carrier_Attestation
- Foreign_Countries_of_Concern
- Human_Trafficking_Affidavit
- Submit to
- 400 S. Ft. Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33765
- Scope location
- Clearwater, FL
- Reported agency
- Pinellas County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Pinellas County Purchasing?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 400 S. Ft. Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33765. For questions, contact Kelsey Wheeler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Pinellas County Purchasing 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 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 Kelsey Wheeler at (727) 464-7210. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Pinellas County Purchasing?
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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: Common_Carrier_Attestation, Foreign_Countries_of_Concern, Human_Trafficking_Affidavit. Review the full document from Pinellas County Purchasing for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clearwater, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.