Small Purchase-TAA Advertising

This state and local contract opportunity is for newspaper advertisement placement services related to the Trade Act Adjustment (TAA) program in the state of Illinois. The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is seeking quotes from Illinois businesses registered in the State's Small Business Set-Aside Program (SBSP) to provide these advertising services on an as-needed basis for Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023. The vendor would be responsible for preparing the ad copy, identifying appropriate newspapers, obtaining cost estimates, and ensuring the notices are placed within one calendar week of IDES' request. IDES will reimburse the vendor for the ad placement costs and pay a commission. The RFQ states that 38 advertisements have been placed in the current fiscal year with a budget of $12,560.00 for a six-month period, but IDES reserves the right to reject all offers, award by item or group, and waive minor defects. Vendor selection will be based on the lowest quoted price from the vendor best meeting IDES' requirements.

This opportunity is set aside for Illinois-based small businesses registered in the State's SBSP program. No incumbent vendor or current contractor information is provided. The contract value or budget range is not explicitly stated, but based on the current fiscal year spending, it may range up to approximately $25,000 annually. Vendors must provide references and complete the vendor experience section of the RFQ.