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Coastal Mississippi (Mississippi Gulf Coast Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau) is requesting proposals for a marketing and advertising firm to develop and execute strategic advertising campaigns for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Air Service Growth Project, with proposals due June 4, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. MBE and WBE firms are encouraged to respond; prime contractors must submit documentation of good faith efforts to meet MBE/WBE requirements before work commences, including subcontractor certifications and evidence of competitive justification.

The scope includes media planning and placement, creative development, production, and campaign implementation to increase inbound air traffic from targeted fly-in markets by promoting Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport, its airline partners, and existing and new air service offerings. Work is funded through the U.S. Department of the Treasury via the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality under the RESTORE Act.

The contract term is up to three years pending receipt of applicable grant funds. Proposals must be submitted in six sealed copies to Coastal Mississippi, Attn: Kendra Simpson, 2350 Beach Blvd. Ste A, Biloxi, MS 39531. Evaluation follows a 100-point scoring system: tourism and hospitality marketing capabilities and experience (30 points), key personnel (20 points), federal grant project experience (20 points), local Mississippi experience (10 points), financial ability to accomplish work (10 points), fly-in market experience (5 points), and cost (5 points). The selection committee will review proposals and select a qualified firm for negotiation within 90 days of proposal opening. Prospective bidders must possess a valid UEI number with the General Services Administration's System for Award Management and must not have unpaid federal tax liabilities. The RFP Information Packet is available by calling (228) 388-7446 or visiting 2605 13th St, Gulfport, MS 39501, Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.