Marketing Communications Services Vendor Pool

Background
The State of North Dakota, through the Office of Management and Budget, is seeking vendors to establish a Marketing Communications Services Vendor Pool. This initiative aims to support various state agencies, higher education institutions, and local and tribal governments in executing media campaigns and marketing activities. The goal is to create a contractor vendor pool that can expedite the procurement process for marketing communications services, which include advertising, media buying, design work, public relations, and more.

This solicitation follows the expiration of State Contract 268 for Marketing Communications Services, which will conclude on September 30, 2026.

Work Details
The selected contractors will provide marketing communications services categorized into two groups:

- **Category 1 - Full Marketing Services**: This includes comprehensive marketing support such as campaign planning, creative development, graphic design, photography, media buying, public relations, digital engagement, reporting, and videography.
- **Category 2 - Videography Only**: This focuses solely on videography services including concept development, scripting, filming, editing, and producing video content for various platforms.

Contractors must assign a representative for contract administration and provide annual usage reports detailing work performed for government entities. All content produced must comply with ADA standards and WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines.

Period of Performance
The contract is expected to commence on July 1, 2026, and will run until June 30, 2031.

Place of Performance
The services will primarily target North Dakota citizens and will be performed within the state of North Dakota.

Bidder Requirements
Vendors must have at least three years of experience in their respective category (Full Marketing Services or Videography). They are required to register with the North Dakota Secretary of State before contract award. Additionally, contractors must comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws including those related to accessibility and equal employment opportunity.