How to bid on Graphic and Creative Design Services for the City of Rocky Mount

What the City of Rocky Mount is buying

The City of Rocky Mount is looking for a firm to provide graphic and creative design services. This includes creating various print-ready and digital materials such as brochures, magazines, advertisements, presentations, and social media graphics. The selected firm will also need to create templates and collateral for use in Adobe Creative Cloud applications and Microsoft Word.

The contract allows for up to 65 design hours per month, with a monthly budget of $5,500. The firm must be able to handle projects with quick turnaround times when necessary. The initial contract term is one year, with options for two additional one-year renewals.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is August 06, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for graphic design firms or creative agencies with experience in producing professional print-ready and digital materials. Firms should be proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications and capable of adhering to brand style guides. The ability to manage varying workloads and provide quick turnaround on projects is important. This is a professional services contract, ideal for businesses specializing in visual communication and design.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation documents, you need to view the original posting on North Carolina’s electronic Vendor Portal (eVP). Viewing the posting and its documents is public and does not require an account.

To submit a response, you must register for free on North Carolina’s eVP. The solicitation number is 320-320-220726FD. Follow the specific submission instructions provided within the posting before the deadline.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your proposal, clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to handle a wide range of graphic design tasks, from brochures to social media graphics. Highlight your experience with both print-ready and digital formats, including proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications.

Address how your firm can manage the specified monthly hours and budget, and emphasize your ability to meet expedited turnaround times for time-sensitive projects. Provide examples of how you ensure designs are suitable for third-party printing vendors and how you manage intellectual property rights. Ensure your proposed pricing includes the cost of any necessary stock photography.