Strategic Communications Services for the National Assessment Governing Board - RFQ 91995926Q0010
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
NATIONAL ASSESSMENT GOVERNING BOARD
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
91995926Q0010
NAICS
541820 - Public Relations Agencies
Classification Code
R426
Additional Details
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The National Assessment Governing Board, operating under the U.S. Department of Education, has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 91995926Q0010) seeking qualified small business vendors to provide Strategic Communications Services. This procurement is a total small business set-aside under NAICS Code 541820 (Public Relations Agencies), with a small business size standard of $19 million. The place of performance is Washington, District of Columbia.
The primary objective of this contract is to engage communications professionals with proven expertise in education policy and direct experience working with media in the education sector. The selected contractor will be responsible for developing a comprehensive communications strategy and supporting its execution. Key deliverables include the creation of content, drafting of messages, articles, and posts for both traditional and social media platforms, and the identification and prioritization of target audiences for outreach and partnership development. Additionally, the contractor will determine the most effective tactics and channels to communicate the results of the National Assessment of Educational Progress and the Governing Board’s activities, including Board policies and actions. Specific requirements and expectations are detailed in the Statement of Work (Attachment A).
This solicitation is issued in accordance with Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Part 12.201-1 – Simplified Procedures, and incorporates relevant provisions and clauses by reference, accessible at www.acquisition.gov. Only written clarification questions will be accepted from potential quoters, and these must be submitted via email to Tony White ([email protected]) no later than 12:00 pm ET on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, as outlined in the Instructions to Offerors (Attachment C). Final quotations must be submitted by email by 12:00 pm ET, Wednesday, July 1, 2026, following the same instructions.
The procurement is classified under Product Service Code R426, and is managed by the National Assessment Governing Board, a federal office within the Department of Education. Contractors interested in this opportunity should review all attachments and instructions carefully to ensure compliance with submission requirements. The solicitation remains active and can be accessed via SAM.gov at https://sam.gov/opp/13ea5424d4314152a13c6dc93f9c700c/view.
This opportunity is well-suited for small businesses specializing in public relations and strategic communications, particularly those with a strong background in education policy and media engagement. The contract’s scope and deliverables are designed to support the Governing Board’s mission of effectively communicating its work and the results of national educational assessments to diverse audiences.