Project Title Professional Writer Services Invitation # 22-001-1700 Bid Posting Date 06/15/2022 10:25 AM (PDT) Project Stage Bidding Bid Due Date 07/07/2022 2:00 PM (PDT) Response Format Electronic Project Type RFQual (Request for Qualification) Response Types Response File General Attachment Type of Award Lump Sum Categories 511110 - Newspaper Publishers 511120 - Periodical Publishers 511199 - All Other Publishers 519130 - Internet Publishing and Broadcasting and Web Search Portals 541820 - Public Relations Agencies 91826 - Consulting: Communications - Public Relations 91571 - Newspaper, Publication Advertising 91573 - Public Information Services (Inc Press Releases) 94652 - Grant Writing Services 91527 - Editorial Services 71500 - Publications, Audiovisual Materials, Books, Textbooks (Prepared Materials Only) 91500 - Communications and Media Related Services 91824 - Communications Consulting (Wireless, Leasing City Facilities and Infrastructure) License Requirements Department
Purchasing Address 38300 Sierra Highway, Suite D Palmdale, California County Los Angeles Bid Valid 120 Days Liquidated Damages Estimated Bid Value TBD Start/Delivery Date July 2022 Project Duration TBD Bid Bond Bid Bond 0.00% Payment Bond 0.00% Performance Bond 0.00% Pre-Bid Meeting Information Pre-Bid Meeting No Online Q&A Online Q&A Yes Q&A Deadline 06/29/2022 5:00 PM (PDT) Contact Information Contact Info Matthew Harris 661-267-5444
purchasing@cityofpalmdale.org Bids to Purchasing Division Owner's Agent Communications Department Description Scope of Services This Request for Qualifications is open to experienced and professional writers with demonstrated training and experience in news writing, feature story development, interviewing, copy, content writing, editing, proofreading, and ongoing story development on City projects; some with quick turnaround times and some with extended timelines. The City of Palmdale seeks writers with proven professional experience and the ability to translate sometimes complex information into easy-to-comprehend written content for an array of audiences. The awarded contractor(s) will provide writing, copy-editing, and proofreading services that include creating written content for projects including campaigns, ads, articles, blogs, emails, website, newsletters, magazines, and more. Writing tasks may include making structural changes to technical content to help the narrative flow and emphasize crucial points; checking that research is well-substantiated and clearly delineated; and crafting text that has the appropriate level of detail for audiences that may include elected officials, decision-makers, stakeholders, reporters, and specific audiences within the City of Palmdale community, such as residents, businesses, and more. Writing for the City of Palmdale requires familiarity with the City of Palmdale’s community, history, and areas/topics of public policy. Contractors will be expected to review and adhere to principles and standards set forth in the City of Palmdale’s standards. Other Details Notes Special Notices Local Programs & Policies Place eBid