When is the submission deadline?

This RFP closed on July 24, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $100,000.

It was issued by Regional Transportation Agency Of Central Maryland. The work is located in Savage, Maryland, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced transit or outdoor advertising agency. Demonstrated understanding of content compliance for public transportation. Capability to handle both creative production and physical advertising management. Experience with multi-year municipal or government contracts.

Bus Advertising Services (Closed)

Overview

Marketing, Advertising & Social Media

Savage, Maryland, United StatesPosted: July 2nd, 2026Deadline: July 24th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a vendor for three years to manage all aspects of bus advertising for a Maryland transit fleet, including provisioning, content compliance, and installation.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

BUDGET

Verified

$100,000

CONTRACT DURATION

36 months

TIMELINE

July 1st, 2026: RTA issues RFP

July 14th, 2026: Deadline for submitting written questions and protests to RTA

July 24th, 2026: Proposals due no later than 3:00 pm

July 31st, 2026: Review and ranking of proposals

August 10th, 2026: Interviews (if necessary)

August 14th, 2026: Best and final offers, if required

September 1st, 2026: Contractor selection and contract award

September 8th, 2026: Notice to Proceed

QUESTION DEADLINE

July 14th, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Regional Transportation Agency Of Central Maryland

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DESCRIPTION

A vendor is sought to provide comprehensive bus advertising services for a transit fleet operating fixed-route and paratransit services within the designated service area. The scope includes all facets of advertising—design, production, delivery, installation, replacement, and removal of advertisements.

There are specific content restrictions in place: advertising related to alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, vaping products, firearms, sexually explicit or obscene material, violence, illegal activity, or anti-social behavior is prohibited. The use of profanity, partisan political content, religious promotion, and advertisements intended to influence public opinion on contentious issues are all disallowed. Business and service advertisements must include relevant contact information. The initial contract period will span three years, and prospective vendors must submit questions by July 14, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on July 24, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $100,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Regional Transportation Agency Of Central Maryland. The work is located in Savage, Maryland, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced transit or outdoor advertising agency
Demonstrated understanding of content compliance for public transportation
Capability to handle both creative production and physical advertising management
Experience with multi-year municipal or government contracts

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