This solicitation establishes a Statewide Term Contract (STC) for marketing‑related services that any South Carolina public procurement unit may use. The contract is organized into ten “lots” covering graphic design, videography, photography, public relations, crisis communications, writing, marketing strategy, media buying, social‑media advertising, and SEO. Vendors submit hourly rates for each item; rates cannot exceed the maximum price caps listed in the “Market Basket” spreadsheet. The contract is fixed‑price on a per‑project basis, with a $500,000 ceiling per single project, and an overall term from 12/21/2025 through 12/20/2028, with two optional one‑year extensions. Payments are made upon completion of services, include a 1.25 % administrative fee, and require quarterly reporting. The award will be made after electronic bids are received by 09/24/2025, with public opening on 10/06/2025.
• Ten distinct service lots, each with hourly price caps (e.g., $120/hr for graphic design, $185/hr for videographer/editor, $175/hr for SEO).
• Fixed‑price, per‑project contract with a $500K project ceiling; initial term three years plus up to two one‑year extensions.
• Mandatory electronic submission via SCEIS; vendor must be registered in South Carolina and include quarterly administrative‑fee reporting.