Parks & Recreation Marketing, Communication, & Advertising Services

The City of Spokane’s Parks & Recreation Department issued an Informal Request for Proposals (IRFP 5390‑21) to secure a professional marketing, communication, and advertising partner for its extensive park system, riverfront park, municipal golf courses, and recreation programs. After a competitive process, the contract was awarded to DH on May 13 2021. The three‑year base contract (with a possible two‑year extension) calls for the development and execution of strategic marketing plans, media placement, video production, graphic design, community outreach, and public‑engagement initiatives. The agreement is a not‑to‑exceed (NTE) “lump‑sum” style contract; the City retains ownership of all deliverables and may require the vendor to provide services to other public agencies under inter‑local agreements. Key compliance requirements include Washington‑state licensing, specific insurance coverages, and adherence to anti‑kickback and non‑discrimination statutes. • Scope: full‑service marketing & advertising (plans, media, video, graphics, outreach) for parks, recreation, golf, and related assets. • Term: 3‑year base period (2021‑2024) with one optional 2‑year renewal (2024‑2026). • Award: DH, selected via open competition; contract value not disclosed but structured as a not‑to‑exceed lump‑sum. • Requirements: Washington business license, $1 M general liability, workers’ comp, A‑rated insurers, and compliance with city‑wide insurance, ethics, and disclosure rules.