Public Relations Consultant Service
- Client
- County of Hudson
- RFP Number
- MRB-57876
- Posted
- 10/9/2026
- Category
- Marketing and Branding
- Budget
- Looking for Proposals
- NAICS
- —
- Set-aside
- —
- Contact
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Description
AI GeneratedThe Township of North Bergen requires a public relations consultant to provide comprehensive communication services. The scope of work includes strategic communications planning, community engagement, media relations, event support, annual tax letter preparation, social media guidance, translation services, and creative direction for bimonthly video communications. Performance of the work will take place onsite, and eligibility is limited to onshore USA organizations. Proposers must submit sealed responses enclosed in an envelope by mail, hand delivery, or overnight courier to Purchasing Agent Carmen M. Borrell by October 29, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. prevailing time. The township will pay the selected provider an annual retainer for basic services plus hourly rates for special projects, alongside a 15 percent net cost markup on media placements. An evaluation committee will assess proposals based on qualifications, general abilities, staff experience, understanding of the project scope, prior government experience, management, organization, and price.
Key solicitation details
AI-extracted from 2026-10-29-RFQ-Public-Relations-Consultant-1.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.
The Township of North Bergen is soliciting proposals from qualified Public Relations firms to provide services including consultation, developing advertising programs, press releases, and special projects on an as-needed basis. Contracts will be awarded based on the most advantageous responses pursuant to a fair and open process. Professional service contractors complying with required New Jersey statutory regulations are eligible to respond.
- Issued by
- Township of North Bergen
- RFP Issue Date
- 10/8/26
- Questions due
- no less than 5 days prior to the due date of the proposal
- Proposals due
- THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2026, at 11:00 am prevailing time
- How to submit
- Sealed hard copy
- Submission details
- Submit an original and one copy in a sealed envelope marked with RFQ info to Carmen M. Borrell, Purchasing Agent, 4233 Kennedy Boulevard, North Bergen, NJ, 07047.
- Contract term
- January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027
- Place of performance
- Township of North Bergen, New Jersey
- Funding
- N.J.S.A. 19:44A-20.5 et seq., New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law
How proposals are evaluated
| Respondent’s qualifications, availability and experience working on this type of work | |
| Understanding of scope of work, appropriateness of work proposed in task description and guidelines. Respondent’s innovation and ingenuity applied to project | |
| Prior experience and familiarity with North Bergen and similar projects either under the supervision or direction of a similar entity |
Scope of work
- Consultation, developing advertising programs, press releases, and special projects on an as-needed basis
- Strategic support for Township events and initiatives, including ideation, messaging development, promotional planning, and media outreach
- Crisis communications support, strategic guidance, preparation of response messaging, and rapid response coordination
- Act as a media spokesperson for the Township and attend all press conferences
- Strategic planning, messaging development and scripting, and creative direction for bimonthly video communications
- Professional translations as required by the Township to ensure accessibility of communications
Minimum qualifications
- Minimum of three (3) references using services of the type proposed in this RFQ
- Compliance with N.J.S.A. 52:32-44 (Business Registration of Public Contractors)
- Compliance with N.J.S.A. 10:5-31 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:27 (Contract Compliance and Equal Employment Opportunities)
- Compliance with N.J.S.A. 52-32-60.1 (Certification of Non-Involvement in prohibited activities in Russia or Belarus)
Documents to include with the bid
- Original and one copy of the proposal
- New Jersey Business Registration Certificate
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Affidavit of Non-Collusion
- EEO/Affirmative Action Compliance Notice or Proof (Form AA-302, Certificate of Employee Information Report, or Letter of Federal Approval)
- Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran
- Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus
- Attachment A Rate Schedule
- Resumes/Company Profile and Experience
- Signed Addenda (if applicable)
Verify important details
Document checkConfirm submission instructions and amendments with the issuing agency before responding.
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