Legal Notice and Advertisement Publication Solicitation

The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is seeking bids from qualified respondents to provide comprehensive legal notice publication services. The successful respondent will be required to deliver an integrated, turnkey solution that meets the department's requirements for publishing legal notices, such as notices of entries and election notices, in local newspapers to inform cotton producers, beekeepers, and other affected local communities. The scope of work may also include assisting TDA with placing advertisements in Texas newspapers or publications to inform local communities of various agency programs, deadlines, or resources. Responses are due by July 5, 2024, and the contract term is from September 1, 2024, through August 31, 2025, with options to renew for up to three additional one-year periods. Proposals will be evaluated based on the respondent's past performance, qualifications, and experience (30%), the proposed plan for providing services (40%), and the reasonableness of the proposed cost (30%).

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide any information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP does not include any details on possible award values or budget ranges.