Alaska Online Public Notices #2026-0400-0285

APFC Seeks Communications Support for Annual Report and 50th Anniversary

The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation (APFC), part of the State of Alaska Department of Revenue, is seeking a qualified communications firm to provide comprehensive Communications Support Services for its Annual Report and 50th Anniversary initiatives. - Government Buyer: - Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation (APFC), Department of Revenue, State of Alaska - Scope of Services: - Strategic communications planning, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement - Design and production of the FY2026 Annual Report (approx. 200 printed copies and digital flipbook PDF) - Creative development for the Fund's 50th anniversary, including use of the official anniversary logo and refreshed creative approach - Ongoing digital content management (social media, web content), website maintenance (WordPress/WP Engine) - Video production and publication updates (e.g., "Alaskans Guide to the Fund") - Event support, crisis communications, media relations, and multicultural communications - All work must align with APFC's established brand standards - Products/Deliverables: - 200 printed copies of the Annual Report - Digital Annual Report (web-based and accessible flipbook PDF) - Video content for the 50th anniversary - Updated "Alaskans Guide to the Fund" publication - Unique Requirements: - Experience with public financial institutions and high-quality communications for diverse audiences - Subcontractors (e.g., for web or video) must meet the same insurance requirements as the primary contractor - All creative must align with APFC's 2017 brand standards and 50th Anniversary branding - Printing, advertising, and production costs are included in the contract budget - Incumbent Vendor: - Yuit Communications (current provider) - Contract Value: - Not to exceed $500,000 for the initial term (including all services and reimbursable costs) - Period of Performance: - Initial term of approximately two years, with two optional two-year renewals - No specific OEMs are mentioned; the opportunity is open to qualified communications firms.

Description

The Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation (APFC) is soliciting proposals for Communications Support Services. The scope includes production of the Annual Report, strategic communications support, creative development for the Fund's 50th anniversary, and ongoing digital content management. The contract involves collaboration on content development, design, and execution of communications initiatives statewide in Alaska. Proposals must be submitted electronically by May 5, 2026, with interviews conducted remotely for shortlisted offerors.

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