Bid guide
How to bid on On-Call Creative Services for the City of Decatur
What the City of Decatur is buying
The City of Decatur, Georgia, is looking for individual consultants or firms to provide on-call creative services. They plan to establish multiple contracts for graphic design, photography, or both.
Graphic design services may include creative design, development of promotional materials, production management, and creating concepts for print and digital platforms. Photography services involve capturing images for the City's website, social media, promotional publications, and advertisements, including both candid and art-directed photos. This is an opportunity for creative professionals to work with a local government agency on an as-needed basis.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
Statements of qualification are due by September 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Submissions must be delivered to the City Manager’s Office, located at 509 North McDonough Street, Decatur, Georgia 30030.
The City of Decatur reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals and to negotiate changes in the scope of work.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for individual consultants or firms specializing in graphic design, photography, or both. Vendors should have experience in creating promotional materials, digital and print content, and capturing images for various media channels.
This is a professional services contract, ideal for creative agencies, freelance designers, and photographers looking to secure on-call work with a municipal government.
How to respond
To access the full Request for Proposals, you can visit the City of Decatur's website at decaturga.com/requestforproposals. The complete document can be obtained there at no charge.
Statements of qualification must be submitted in hard copy to the City Manager's Office at 509 North McDonough Street, Decatur, Georgia 30030, by the deadline. For additional information, you may contact Renae Jackson, Equity & Engagement Director, at (678) 553-6561 or [email protected].
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Clearly mark any proprietary information within your proposal to ensure it is protected to the extent possible under the Georgia Open Records Act. Review the entire Request for Proposals document carefully to understand all requirements and conditions.
Highlight your specific experience with similar government or public sector clients, if applicable. Provide a strong portfolio of relevant graphic design and/or photography work that demonstrates your capabilities in creating promotional materials, digital content, and capturing diverse imagery. Emphasize your ability to provide services at a reasonable cost, as the City seeks value in its on-call contracts.
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 City of Decatur; the original posting controls.