Bid guide
How to bid on DNR Advertising, Public Relations and Marketing for Minnesota DNR
What the Minnesota DNR is buying
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is looking for vendors to provide advertising, public relations, and marketing services. This is an opportunity for firms specializing in these areas to work with a state agency.
The solicitation reference number is 5093. Interested vendors should review the full details to understand the scope of work and specific requirements.
Key dates and deadlines
The deadline for this solicitation is September 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
It is important to complete your submission well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in advertising, public relations, and marketing. Companies with a track record in developing and executing communication strategies will find this relevant.
The solicitation falls under the professional services category, specifically for marketing and communication agencies.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents and respond, you need to visit the State of Minnesota’s MNBuys portal, which uses Bonfire. Viewing the opportunity details is public and does not require an account.
To download files and submit your response, you will need to register a free vendor account on the Bonfire platform. Ensure you complete this registration in advance of the submission deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's experience and capabilities in advertising, public relations, and marketing. Provide specific examples of past projects that align with the DNR's potential needs.
Pay close attention to all instructions and requirements outlined in the solicitation documents. A complete and well-organized submission that directly addresses all requested information will strengthen your proposal.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from MNBuys (State of Minnesota); the original posting controls.