53-26-044 Addendum 1 Advertising Service.pdf

This is Addendum 1 to RFP 53-26-044, issued by the North Carolina State Ports Authority for advertising agency services. The addendum revises the proposal submission schedule, extending the proposal opening date to Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. The RFP schedule establishes key dates including: RFP issuance on July 28, 2026; a vendor written question submission deadline of August 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET; state response to questions by August 10, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET; proposal submission deadline of August 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET; and contract award to be determined. The advertising services requested encompass market research, ad production, video production, digital media, collateral and sales materials, exhibits, and print advertising in international, state, and local publications, with the goal of developing an integrated advertising and communications plan that builds positive awareness of the Authority's message among key audiences including the shipping industry, state legislators, business decision makers, and North Carolina citizens.

The addendum requires vendors to return an executed acknowledgment form with their vendor name, address, authorized signature, and printed name and title to confirm receipt and understanding of the changes. The file does not disclose estimated contract value, contract term, renewal options, set-asides, preference programs, evaluation criteria, pricing terms, or funding sources. All inquiries regarding the RFP should be directed to Marie Humphrey at Marie.humphrey@ncports.com.