The City of Sebring is seeking bids from qualified newspapers for legal and display advertising services. The contract period is from October 1, 2013, to September 30, 2016. The city requires a minimum of 3000 characters per line, and the successful vendor will be required to provide proof of publication. The contract was awarded to News-Sun, with bid prices per line, characters per line, and display advertising rates provided. Key aspects of the contract include:
• Bid price per line: $0.2841
• Characters per line: 42
• Display advertising rates: $47.18 for a one-eighth page ad, $93.36 for a one-quarter page ad, and $187.27 for a one-half page ad
• Proof of publication: $2.89 per ad
• Contract period: 3 years, with two one-year extensions possible