University of Maine System RFQ 2026-088 Marketing & Community Engagement Services
Town of Fort KentCity · Fort Kent, ME- Due
- Mar 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 19, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
The 30-second brief
University of Maine System seeks qualified partners to develop, activate, and manage strategic brand and community engagement initiatives for athletic and professional sport organizations. The goal is to enhance organizational visibility, deepen community connections, and create high-impact experiences.
Brand strategy, Project coordination, Merchandise and retail integration, Community engagement, Student and stakeholder experiences, Reporting and evaluation.
Submission Form completion (10 points), Organization, Qualifications, Experience & References (65 points), Master Agreement (25 points). A minimum score of 60 points is required for an award.
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Summary
University of Maine System seeks qualified partners to develop, activate, and manage strategic brand and community engagement initiatives for athletic and professional sport organizations.
The goal is to enhance organizational visibility, deepen community connections, and create high-impact experiences.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
A minimum score of 60 points is required for an award.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Brand strategy
- Project coordination
- Merchandise and retail integration
- Community engagement
- Student and stakeholder experiences
- Reporting and evaluation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Appendix A - University of Maine System Response Cover Page
- Appendix B - Debarment
- Performance and Non-Collusion Certification
- Appendix C - Organization
- Qualifications
- Experience & References
- Appendix D & D1 - Master Agreement
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Maine
- Reported agency
- University of Maine System
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Fort Kent?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 24, 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].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Fort Kent in ME, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Brand strategy, Project coordination, Merchandise and retail integration, Community engagement, Student and stakeholder experiences, Reporting and evaluation.. 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: "Submission Form completion (10 points), Organization, Qualifications, Experience & References (65 points), Master Agreement (25 points). A minimum score of 60 points is required for an award." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Fort Kent?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Fort Kent are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Fort Kent regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Appendix A - University of Maine System Response Cover Page, Appendix B - Debarment, Performance and Non-Collusion Certification, Appendix C - Organization, Qualifications, Experience & References, Ap. Review the full document from Town of Fort Kent for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Maine. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.