TR26-17 - German Markets (Germany/Austria/Switzerland) Trade and PR Representation

AI Summary

The State of Utah seeks qualified firms for a 5-year contract to provide trade and public relations representation in German markets (Germany/Austria/Switzerland). This Source Sought aims to select the highest-ranked vendor for negotiation without pricing included in submissions.

Opportunity details

Solicitation No.: 235017
Type / RFx: Source Sought
Status: Open
Level: state
Published Date: Invalid Date
Due Date: June 4, 2026
NAICS Code: 541613 AI guide
Jurisdiction: Utah
State: Utah
Agency: Utah

Description

Issuing Procurement Unit: State of Utah Division of Purchasing Conducting Procurement Unit: Governor's Office of Economic DevelopmentProfessional Services Requested: German Markets (Germany/Austria/Switzerland) Trade and PR Representation Length of Contract:5 yearsThe purpose of this RFSQ is to obtain statements of qualifications from companies. The intent is to award a contract under Utah Procurement Code 63G-6a Part 15 for the purchase of Design Professional Service Providers and Consultants. The vendor with the highest-ranking will be selected to negotiate a contract at compensation determined to be fair and reasonable. If fair and reasonable compensation, contract requirements, and contract documents cannot be agreed upon with the highest ranked vendor, the state may proceed with negotiations with the next highest ranked vendor. Do NOT include pricing when you submit your qualifications.

Commodity Codes

Commodity Codes: UNSPSC 90 Travel and Food and Lodging and Entertainment Services: This segment includes services associated with tourism, travel or entertainment. This segment also includes services provided by restaurants, hotels, movie theaters, cinemas and sporting events as well as spas, fitness and health clubs UNSPSC 801716 Publicity and marketing support services: Public relations consultation services relating to provision of publicity and marketing advice and services UNSPSC 80171601 Trade and tourism familiarization service: Services to develop trade and tourism in a city/country as well as help improve the economies of communities around them UNSPSC 86101702 Tourism related training

Events & Timeline

Status	Event Name	Location	Description	Dates	Mandatory
Ongoing	Open Date	Online Portal	Posting date for the Opportunity	May 7th 2026, 12:00 PM MDT	N/A
Upcoming	Questions Due Date	Online Portal	Deadline to submit Questions	May 21st 2026, 12:00 PM MDT	N/A
Upcoming	Close Date	Online Portal	Deadline for Submissions	Jun 4th 2026, 12:00 PM MDT	N/A

Requested Information

Note: Template files for the items below (BidTables, Questionnaires) are available in the Attachments section of this opportunity.

Name	Type	# Files	Requirement
Offeror MUST upload a Technical Response (qualifications) as an answer to this question. Must provide a narrative point-by-point response, addressing in detail each area stated in Attachment C "Technical Criteria". Response may not exceed 40 pages. Digital hyperlinks may be used to link to completed work examples and resumes. Do NOT include any cost information at this time.	File Type: Any (.*)	Multiple	Required

Attachments

Key dates

Invalid DatePublished
June 4, 2026Responses Due

AI classification tags

trade representation public relations marketing support services tourism services economic development consulting international trade german markets

Frequently asked questions

SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.