When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 17, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 4, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $514,000.

It was issued by Town Of Foxborough. The work is located in Foxborough, Massachusetts, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Tourism destination marketing and consulting firm. Expertise in media relations, digital advertising, SEO, SEM, and social media campaigns. Experience evaluating marketing programs and measuring return on investment. Proven website, content management, analytics, and reporting capabilities. Experience managing grant-funded initiatives and compliance documentation. Established relationships with media outlets, influencers, and tourism stakeholders.

Marketing, Media Relations, and Tourism Consulting Services (Due September 17, 2026)

Overview

Marketing, Advertising & Social Media

Foxborough, Massachusetts, United StatesPosted: August 19, 2026Deadline: September 17, 2026

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SUMMARY

The vendor will deliver tourism marketing, media relations, digital marketing, and strategic consulting services. Work includes evaluating prior initiatives, managing digital channels and campaigns, supporting grant compliance, and developing recommendations to maximize remaining funding.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the business of conducting consultant services for municipal marketing, media, and tourism related plans
Must be in good standing with the Town of Foxborough and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Must provide at least 5 references from government customers, with at least 3 active within the last 36 months
Must demonstrate the ability to provide timely in-person attendance at meetings, stakeholder engagement activities, and site visits
Must provide proof of insurance including General Liability, Automobile Liability, Workers' Compensation, and Umbrella Liability
Must be able to provide all required forms including General Proposal Form, Statement of Competency, Proposal Price Form, and signed contract

BUDGET

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$514,000

CONTRACT DURATION

36 months

TIMELINE

Documents available: August 19th, 2026

Questions due: September 4th, 2026

Questions answered: September 8th, 2026

Proposals due: September 17th, 2026

Contract start date: October 12th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

September 4, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Town Of Foxborough

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DESCRIPTION

The selected vendor will provide destination marketing, tourism development, media relations, program management, and strategic guidance to build on completed work, evaluate prior initiatives, and maximize the value of remaining grant funding. Services will include reviewing the accomplishments, effectiveness, measurable results, and return-on-investment information associated with previous marketing campaigns and tourism efforts.

The vendor will assess existing branding, website content, marketing assets, photography, video, social media, advertising campaigns, analytics, stakeholder engagement, and other materials developed through the initiative. Based on this assessment, the vendor will develop recommendations to increase the impact and long-term value of the remaining grant funding and provide ongoing strategic guidance throughout the contract.

Responsibilities will also include maintaining detailed expenditure, invoice, campaign cost, and supporting documentation records for grant reimbursement and compliance. Digital responsibilities will include improving search engine optimization, managing search engine marketing campaigns, maintaining and enhancing the Visit website, coordinating social media and digital communications, and monitoring performance through analytics and regular reporting. Additional activities may include paid and earned media, digital advertising, social media campaigns, and influencer partnerships.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 17, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 4, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $514,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Town Of Foxborough. The work is located in Foxborough, Massachusetts, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Tourism destination marketing and consulting firm
Expertise in media relations, digital advertising, SEO, SEM, and social media campaigns
Experience evaluating marketing programs and measuring return on investment
Proven website, content management, analytics, and reporting capabilities
Experience managing grant-funded initiatives and compliance documentation
Established relationships with media outlets, influencers, and tourism stakeholders

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