Poolesville Town Flag Redesign RFP
Town of PoolesvilleCity · Poolesville, MD- Due
- Feb 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Niles Anderegg
- 301-428-8927
The 30-second brief
Seeking proposals from qualified graphic designers or design teams to redesign the official Town flag of Poolesville, Maryland. The new flag should be a simple, distinctive, and meaningful representation of the town's identity, grounded in vexillological best practices and reflective of community core values.
Five additional unique flag concepts, Written rationale explaining symbolism and design choices, Final selected flag delivered in full-color, grayscale, and single-color formats, Vector and raster files suitable for print and digital use (EPS, PNG, PDF)
Demonstrated understanding of Poolesville's identity, Strength of design thinking and symbolism, Experience with civic, identity, or flag design (preferred), Quality of portfolio, Cost and timeline alignment
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Summary
Seeking proposals from qualified graphic designers or design teams to redesign the official Town flag of Poolesville, Maryland.
The new flag should be a simple, distinctive, and meaningful representation of the town's identity, grounded in vexillological best practices and reflective of community core values.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Demonstrated understanding of Poolesville's identity
- Strength of design thinking and symbolism
- Experience with civic
- Identity
- Flag design (preferred)
- Quality of portfolio
- Cost and timeline alignment
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Five additional unique flag concepts, Written rationale explaining symbolism and design choices, Final selected flag delivered in full-color, grayscale, and single-color formats, Vector and raster files suitable for print and digital use (EPS, PNG, PDF)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Proposals should include: Designer or firm overview
- Relevant experience and portfolio samples
- Design approach and creative process
- Proposed timeline and milestones
- Fee structure and total project cost
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Poolesville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 6, 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. For questions, contact Niles Anderegg.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Poolesville in MD, 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 Niles Anderegg at 301-428-8927. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Five additional unique flag concepts, Written rationale explaining symbolism and design choices, Final selected flag delivered in full-color, grayscale, and single-color formats, Vector and raster files suitable for print and digital use (EPS, PNG, PDF). 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: "Demonstrated understanding of Poolesville's identity, Strength of design thinking and symbolism, Experience with civic, identity, or flag design (preferred), Quality of portfolio, Cost and timeline al..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Poolesville?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Poolesville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Poolesville 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: Proposals should include: Designer or firm overview, Relevant experience and portfolio samples, Design approach and creative process, Proposed timeline and milestones, Fee structure and total project. Review the full document from Town of Poolesville for the complete list.