Documentaries Government Bids & RFPs

The bid notice states that the best value for the award was chosen in accordance with the solicitation.

The bid notice states that the goal is to deliver a cost-effective, high-impact recruitment marketing initiative, implying that the award will consider both cost and impact. However, a specific sentence detailing the award criterion is not explicitly provided.

The bid notice states that the WSPD is seeking qualified vendors to deliver a cost-effective, high-impact recruitment marketing initiative.

The bid notice states that the initiative will be conducted within a maximum budget of $100,000.

The bid responses will only be accepted online via ISUBid and must be submitted by the deadline of April 24, 2026, at 05:00 PM CT. The notice states, bid responses will only be accepted online via isubid. please allow adequate time to review and submit your response prior to the deadline.

The bid notice provides several payment term options for the offer, including 1/10, net 30; 2/10, net 30; 2/15, net 30; 5/15, net 30; net 10; net 15; net 20; and net 30. The bidder is asked to select their preferred payment terms.

The evaluation of this RFPRFQ may be based upon, but not limited to: total cost for Iowa State University, ability to meet required specifications, ability to meet preferred specifications, quality of past work and visual appeal, availability and quality of project management and support, experience with similar video production projects, quality of references and/or past experience, and quality of samples in portfolio.

Contractors must demonstrate experience producing documentary-style video content filmed outdoors, in working landscapes, or in active agricultural or conservation settings, and experience conducting interviews with farmers, landowners, or rural stakeholders in a respectful, relationship-based manner. A portfolio of past work is also required.

Yes, a portfolio of past work is required, including at least 2-4 video samples demonstrating storytelling at the intersection of agriculture, conservation, and science that remains people-focused, with evidence of projects in the region of interest and the ability to capture clear and compelling footage of plants and animals.

The question deadline for this bid opportunity is April 17, 2026, at 05:00 PM CT. The notice states, question deadline: **** 05: 00 pm ct.