When is the submission deadline?

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

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $600,000.

It was issued by City Of South Padre Island. The work is located in Mexico; South Padre Island, Texas, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Integrated marketing agencies with agency-of-record experience. Expertise in media planning, digital advertising, social media, creative, and public relations. Demonstrated experience supporting events, experiential marketing, influencer campaigns, and out-of-home placements. Spanish-language content and multicultural marketing capabilities. Strong data attribution, campaign measurement, and reporting capabilities.

Professional Marketing Agency of Record Services (Closed)

Overview

Marketing, Advertising & Social Media

Mexico; South Padre Island, Texas, United StatesPosted: August 11, 2026Deadline: August 24, 2026

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SUMMARY

A Texas-based organization seeks a marketing agency of record for integrated strategy, creative, media, events, public relations, digital campaigns, and performance reporting. Questions are due August 19, 2026, with proposals due August 24, 2026.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be an established marketing agency with demonstrated in-market expertise in Mexico
Must demonstrate experience planning and executing integrated marketing programs of comparable scope and budget
Must possess in-house or contracted capabilities across media planning, social/content production, creative design, Spanish-language copywriting, influencer marketing, digital/programmatic media, and analytics
Must be legally authorized to enter into and perform a contract with a Texas governmental entity
Must be able to communicate, report, and conduct meetings in both Spanish and English
Must provide a minimum of three references using services proposed in the RFP
Key personnel must be available for meetings on South Padre Island as needed at their own expense
Must have a working knowledge of South Padre Island’s tourism products and brand
Must be able to furnish all required vendor and tax documentation

BUDGET

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$600,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

RFP First Notice Release: August 8th, 2026

RFP Second Notice Release: August 15th, 2026

Deadline for Questions and Inquiries: August 19th, 2026

Proposal Closing Date and Time: August 24th, 2026

Evaluation and Review of Proposals: August 25th–26th, 2026

Finalist Presentation / On-Site Visit: September 1st–2nd, 2026

CVB Board Discussion and Action: September 9th, 2026

City Council Discussion and Action: September 16th, 2026

Contract Negotiations: September 17th–18th, 2026

Intended Date for Contract Award: September 21st, 2026

Contract Commences: October 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

August 19, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

City Of South Padre Island

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DESCRIPTION

The organization is seeking a professional marketing agency of record to provide comprehensive marketing strategy, media planning, creative development, communications, and campaign execution services.

The requested services include high-level media strategy and placement; social media content, graphics, and copywriting; Spanish-language website content; conference, festival, and trade event support; activations and experiential marketing; out-of-home advertising; print and digital publications; influencer marketing; public relations and media relations; programmatic and digital media; and data collection, attribution, and reporting.

All questions regarding the opportunity must be submitted by August 19, 2026. Proposals are due by August 24, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: This RFP closed on August 24, 2026 and is no longer accepting submissions.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $600,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City Of South Padre Island. The work is located in Mexico; South Padre Island, Texas, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Integrated marketing agencies with agency-of-record experience
Expertise in media planning, digital advertising, social media, creative, and public relations
Demonstrated experience supporting events, experiential marketing, influencer campaigns, and out-of-home placements
Spanish-language content and multicultural marketing capabilities
Strong data attribution, campaign measurement, and reporting capabilities

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