C24925015 - Bolsa Chica Lodge Pole Fencing

The State of California, specifically the California Exposition & State Fair (Cal Expo), is seeking proposals for a contractor/consultant to provide community outreach and mitigation expertise to support the marketing, press, and community relations disciplines for the annual California State Fair held at Cal Expo in Sacramento. The Scope of Work includes coordinating with marketing and press staff, attending community events, planning and emceeing the California State Fair, and providing crisis management and media relations support. The contract term is from January 1, 2024 through September 30, 2024 with an option to extend for two additional one-year terms. Proposal requirements emphasize the proposer's relevant experience in state/county fair or local festival marketing, press, and community outreach. The evaluation criteria prioritize the proposer's qualifications, with a focus on communication skills and developed expertise in the required disciplines. The Request for Proposal includes key action dates, proposal requirements, pricing details, contract terms and conditions, and provisions related to contractor performance evaluations, intellectual property ownership, and termination rights.

This contracting opportunity is open to all qualified proposers, with a preference for small businesses and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBEs). The award will be made to the highest scored responsible proposal that meets Cal Expo's budget criteria. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and the RFP does not specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The budget range for this contract is not provided in the information given.