DC Green Bank Brand and Website RFP (2026): Scoring and Budget
Closed January 20, 2026. DC Green Bank, which finances resilient infrastructure in Washington, DC, wanted an outside communications, marketing and PR provider that included website design.
What decided it
Half the score went to the range of services offered, so a bidder had to cover website, video, graphics and PR in one team. Financial, climate and infrastructure experience was preferred. No budget was stated, and the award was based on best fit rather than lowest cost.
Who it suited
Best suited to a studio with the required license or certification and three references. The RFP also stated a local, ownership or certification preference. Estimated budget: $60K–$120K. Services offered carried the most weight, at 50% of the score.
At a glance
- Organization: DC Green Bank
- Location: Washington, DC, USA
- Sector: Nonprofits and associations
- Project: Communications & Marketing Services (Website, Messaging, Branding)
- Budget: Est. $60K–$120K
- Platform: None required (bidders list the platforms they use)
- Contract: One initial year, starting February 23, 2026
- How to submit: By email, as a PDF
Key dates
- Released: January 7, 2026
- Proposals due: January 23, 2026
- Interviews: February 9–13, 2026
- Selection: February 16–20, 2026
- Start: February 23, 2026
What they asked for
- Refined messaging and expanded communications capacity
- Website design
- Videography and graphic design
- Media outreach and marketing
- Revised and expanded collateral
- Work with senior leadership and new audiences
How proposals were scored
- Services offered: 50
- Expertise: 25
- Mission alignment: 10
- Customer service: 10
- Technology: 5
What it took to bid
- Proven media relations and high-stakes communications record
- Three client references
- Three portfolio examples per key team member
- Preference for DC Certified Business Enterprises
