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Communications Strategy & Marketing Services

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Response Deadline12/10/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Communications Strategy and Marketing Services supports prime contractors working on projects for the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families. The selected provider will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive branding and communication strategy, which includes messaging development, media relations, and targeted outreach. To execute these tasks, the contractor will utilize graphic design and marketing automation tools while ensuring all deliverables strictly adhere to established agency branding guidelines. Key deliverables for this engagement include a formal communication strategy plan, the creation of branded materials, and the execution of outreach campaigns. The work is centered in Boston, Massachusetts, under NAICS code 541810. Interested parties should note the response deadline of December 10, 2026.

General Info

Marketing and communications subcontract for Massachusetts DCF projects, due December 10, 2026.

Agency

Massachusetts → Department of Children and Families

NAICS

541810 - Advertising Agencies

Place of Performance

Floor Boston, MA, 02108, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of BD-27-1034-0009-DSS94-134809.

The full solicitation package (8 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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DCF Administrative Services Organization

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PostedOct 26

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Response DeadlineDec 10

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AgencyMassachusetts → Department of Children and Families

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Organization / AgencyMassachusetts → Department of Children and Families

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Develops and implements a branding and communication strategy for prime contractors on Massachusetts Department of Children and Families (DCF) projects. Performs marketing, outreach, media relations, and messaging development using graphic design and marketing automation tools. Adheres to DCF branding guidelines. Delivers a communication strategy plan, branded materials, and outreach campaigns.

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