Vermont Agency of Human Services RFP Tobacco and Disease Marketing
Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of VermontState · Montpelier, VT- Due
- Mar 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Kyle Emerson
The 30-second brief
The State of Vermont is seeking proposals for tobacco control and chronic disease marketing, communication, and media services. The goal is to promote behavior change, reduce tobacco and nicotine use, and prevent and reduce chronic diseases in Vermont. Services include developing and implementing marketing strategies, public health communication, and media buys.
Campaign concepts and creative materials, Media implementation plan, Campaign performance reports, Work plans, Marketing and communication plans, Audience research, Content development, Media placement and monitoring, Social media monitoring and response, Contract kick-off meeting, Recurring contract meetings
Cover Letter, Certificate of Compliance, Bidder's Response Form, Technical Response: Background, qualification, work samples, and the ability to Implement Activities, Proposed Work Plan, Professional Resume, References, and Staffing, Price Schedule/Cost Proposal
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Summary
The State of Vermont is seeking proposals for tobacco control and chronic disease marketing, communication, and media services.
The goal is to promote behavior change, reduce tobacco and nicotine use, and prevent and reduce chronic diseases in Vermont. Services include developing and implementing marketing strategies, public health communication, and media buys.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
12- Cover Letter
- Certificate of Compliance
- Bidder's Response Form
- Technical Response: Background
- Qualification
- Work samples
- The ability to Implement Activities
- Proposed Work Plan
- Professional Resume
- References
- Staffing
- Price Schedule/Cost Proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Campaign concepts and creative materials
- Media implementation plan
- Campaign performance reports
- Work plans
- Marketing and communication plans
- Audience research
- Content development
- Media placement and monitoring
- Social media monitoring and response
- Contract kick-off meeting
- Recurring contract meetings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Cover Letter
- Technical Response
- Redacted Technical Response
- If applicable
- Workplan
- Professional Resumes
- Staffing
- References
- Price Schedule/Cost Proposal
- Signed Certificate of Compliance
- Certificate of Compliance
- Price Schedule
- Worker Classification Compliance Requirement; Subcontractor Reporting Form
- Standard State Contract with its associated attachments
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Vermont
- Reported agency
- Vermont Agency of Human Services/Department of Health
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 9, 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 Kyle Emerson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont in VT, 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 Kyle Emerson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Campaign concepts and creative materials, Media implementation plan, Campaign performance reports, Work plans, Marketing and communication plans, Audience research, Content development, Media placement and monitoring, Social media monitoring and response, Contract kick-off meeting, Recurring contrac. 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: "Cover Letter, Certificate of Compliance, Bidder's Response Form, Technical Response: Background, qualification, work samples, and the ability to Implement Activities, Proposed Work Plan, Professional..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Cover Letter, Technical Response, Redacted Technical Response, if applicable, Workplan, Professional Resumes, Staffing, and References, Price Schedule/Cost Proposal, Signed Certificate of Compliance,. Review the full document from Vermont State Workforce Development Board Training and Credentialing Work Group | State of Vermont for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Vermont. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.