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Focus Group Research and Message Testing

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Submission Closed10/30/2025, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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City of Calgary - Request for Proposal - 26-1712 Online Survey Platform

Solicitation # AB-2026-07055

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Solicitation # S-44300-00018189

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RFP 6314 Panel Survey Services for the Oregon BRFSS State Supplemental Panel Survey

Solicitation # S-44300-00018189

The Oregon Health Authority, Public Health Division, is seeking a qualified proposer under solicitation S-44300-00018189 to provide panel survey services for the Oregon Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System State Supplemental Panel Survey. The selected contractor will be responsible for executing a multi-wave survey process, with key deliverables including the launch of the Wave 2 survey in October 2027, the delivery of final weighted datasets for Waves 1 and 2 in November 2027, and a comprehensive summary report of the project's methods by December 2027. Performance requires adherence to the highest industry standards, ADA compliance, and the maintenance of strict confidentiality protocols. Key personnel must be available for meetings either remotely or in person at the Portland State Office Building. Proposals must be submitted electronically via OregonBuys by November 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time. The submission must include a technical proposal limited to 20 pages, a price proposal, a responsibility inquiry, and required certifications regarding tax compliance, non-discrimination, and conflict of interest. For contracts exceeding 150,000 dollars, a written sexual harassment policy is mandatory. Award selection is based on a scoring and ranking process where the highest score receives the highest rank. The contract is governed by state-specific terms, including compliance with Oregon Revised Statutes regarding independent contractors and wage laws, with payments processed via Electronic Funds Transfer.

Oregon Health Authority

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Solicitation # 126DP002

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Solicitation # 0000040712

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Resources Recycling & Recovery

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Atlanta Regional Commission

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Atlanta Regional Commission

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RFP823 - Secret Shopper/Mystery Shopping Evaluation of the Aging and Disability Resource Connection

Solicitation # RFP823

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Atlanta Regional Commission

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The Iowa Department of Education is seeking a subcontractor for a project titled Focus Group Research and Message Testing. The primary objective of this engagement is to conduct focus groups involving parents, students, and educators to evaluate campaign messages and materials. The goal is to ensure that all communications are clear, appealing, and effective for the target audience. This opportunity was posted on October 2, 2025, with a response deadline of October 30, 2025. The project falls under NAICS code 541910, which pertains to marketing research and public opinion polling. Interested parties can find further details through the official Iowa bid opportunities portal.