Online News Coverage Monitoring Services

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking a contractor for Online News Coverage Monitoring Services through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 802-26-61660. The procurement solicits a comprehensive online news monitoring and archiving solution for a two-year contract period from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2027, with potential renewal options for two additional one-year periods. The required services include an online searchable archive accessible to 10 concurrent users with 24/7 web-based system access, offering unlimited news clips annually. Key deliverables encompass customizable keyword searches, press release distribution, social media monitoring, and email communication tracking capabilities. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three years of experience providing these services and complete Exhibit A (Company Profile) and Exhibit B (Past Projects with References). The bid submission deadline is June 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with contract award determined by best value considerations including lowest price, bidder qualifications, delivery schedule, and past performance. Evaluation will assess the bidder's ability to meet comprehensive news monitoring and archiving requirements.

The solicitation demonstrates a preference for Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) certified by the Comptroller of Public Accounts, potentially providing advantages for qualifying minority-owned, women-owned, or small businesses. The bid includes two primary line items: an online searchable news coverage monitoring database and archive, and searchable access to broadcast national services. While specific pricing details are not explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a comprehensive service requirement that would necessitate a robust technological infrastructure and extensive media monitoring capabilities. The two-year base contract with potential two-year renewal options indicates a strategic approach to long-term service procurement. The requirement for extensive experience and detailed documentation suggests TPWD is seeking a sophisticated, proven provider with demonstrated expertise in comprehensive news monitoring and archival services. Though precise budget ranges are not specified, the complexity of the requested services implies a substantial contract value commensurate with the technical and monitoring capabilities required.