RENEWAL NOTICE-DHS Communication Services FY26

The State of Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) is issuing a renewal notice for Communication & Marketing Services for Fiscal Year 2026, covering the period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. This procurement is specifically for marketing and public relations services, including hourly services and media placement at cost. The renewal is associated with bid number B-46806, referencing the original solicitation bid number B-27425. The contract will be awarded to DCC Marketing, LLC, who will be responsible for providing comprehensive communication and marketing support to the DHS. The renewal process appears to be a straightforward extension of existing services, with no indication of a new competitive solicitation. The total contract renewal amount is set at $500,000.00, and the contract will be executed in accordance with the terms of the existing agreement, as determined by the State Procurement Officer and signed on April 1, 2025.

The contract includes specific set-aside provisions for the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and Veterans Business Program (VBP), with 23% allocated to BEP and 3% to VBP. The BEP subcontractor is listed as "Self-fulfilling" with 100% of the contract amount awarded to certified BEP vendors. There are no specified values for farm leases or concessions. The procurement appears to be open to qualified marketing and communications firms, with a particular emphasis on supporting certified business enterprises and veteran-owned businesses. The renewal process suggests that the incumbent vendor, DCC Marketing, LLC, will continue to provide services without a new competitive bidding process. The contract represents a significant investment in communication and marketing services for the Illinois Department of Human Services, with a substantial budget of $500,000 for the fiscal year.