Design and Production Services for Experience Magazine

Overview

Media, Creative Design & AV Production

Thunder Bay, Ontario, CanadaPosted 20 days agoDeadline: May 7th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Ontario seeks a vendor to provide design, production, and content development for Experience Magazine, including creative direction and editorial oversight for its 2027 guide.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a registered plan-taker with bids & tenders
Must have experience publishing print and digital travel magazines or similar publications
Must have experience with local & Northwestern Ontario tourism/destination marketing
Must provide a copy of its inclusion policy
Must provide evidence of compliance with the most current Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation
Must provide a valid and current WSIB clearance certificate
Must provide commercial general liability insurance of at least $5,000,000
Must provide automobile liability insurance of at least $5,000,000
Must have the necessary staffing, facilities, experience, ability and financial resources to perform the work

BUDGET

Estimate

$60,000 – $100,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Questions due by April 30th, 2026.

Proposal submission deadline is May 7th, 2026.

Contract commencement is anticipated for May 2026.

First proof required by November 2nd, 2026.

Project completion by mid-December 2026.

QUESTION DEADLINE

April 30th, 2026

Issuing Agency

City Of Thunder Bay

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DESCRIPTION

The contracting authority in Ontario, Canada is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive design and production services for Experience Magazine. The selected content developer will collaborate closely with the creative director and editor, taking responsibility for crafting the content strategy for the 2027 Experience Guide and ensuring the successful delivery of key project milestones.

Services required include graphic design, typography, layout, and overall creative direction, particularly in guiding photographers assigned to new projects. The successful vendor must review all articles and photographs to verify accuracy and mitigate potential libel risks. Additionally, the role includes developing strategies that align with the magazine’s content goals and upholding editorial standards throughout the production process.

The contract will span a one-year period, and all questions regarding this solicitation should be submitted by April 30, 2026.

Source attribution

This Settle analysis is based on the issuing organization’s public RFP listing.