# North Carolina eVP #Doc2380932150

NC DHHS seeks full-service marketing, communications, and media buying for public health campaigns

**Posted:** September 16, 2026
**Respond By:** October 30, 2026
**Identifier:** Doc2380932150
**NAICS:** 541860, 541810, 541830, 541890

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) Office of Communications is seeking qualified vendors for a three-year contract to provide full-service marketing, communications, and media buying support for public health and social service campaigns.
- Government Buyer:
  - North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), Office of Communications
- Scope of Services:
  - Strategic communications, creative development, media planning and buying, campaign management, research, event planning, and website development support
  - Services must address diverse populations, including rural communities and individuals with limited English proficiency
- Key Campaign Example:
  - Six-month media campaign with an $800,000 budget to raise awareness and attract direct care workers in Cumberland, Durham, Forsyth, Guilford, Mecklenburg, and Wake counties
  - Deliverables include research, creative concepts and testing, creative asset development (English and Spanish), paid media planning and placement, and reporting
- Notable Requirements:
  - Vendors must demonstrate extensive experience in similar campaigns
  - Detailed pricing and campaign plans required
  - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are mentioned
  - Responses restricted to registered vendors on the North Carolina eProcurement portal

### Description

This solicitation is for full-service marketing, communications, and advertising services, including media planning and buying, to be provided on an as-needed basis for a period of three years. The contract is managed by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) of North Carolina. Vendors must be registered with the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal to respond. The response deadline is October 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The solicitation includes multiple addenda and is classified under publicity and marketing support services.

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