Request for Qualifications
Graphic Design, Marketing, and Events Consultant for SBGP’s 10th Anniversary
The South Baltimore Gateway Partnership (SBGP) is preparing to celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2026. To commemorate this milestone, SBGP is seeking a qualified consultant—either an individual or firm—with expertise in graphic design, marketing, and event planning to lead the development and execution of a comprehensive anniversary campaign.
SBGP is an economic development authority working in the neighborhoods of South and Southwest Baltimore, funded by casino revenues. When slot machine gambling came to Maryland, Baltimore residents were promised resources to improve their communities. SBGP was established in 2016 to fulfill that promise, stewarding funds into neighborhoods surrounding the Horseshoe Casino through a variety of programs and projects aligned with the South Baltimore Gateway Master Plan supporting community development and revitalization, health and wellness, and environmental sustainability. SBGP is not an agency of the City of Baltimore or the State of Maryland. It is governed by a Board of Directors comprised primarily of residents of the District and representatives of businesses located in the District.
This campaign will honor SBGP’s legacy, elevate its brand, and engage residents, stakeholders, and partners through a coordinated mix of visual storytelling, strategic communications, and celebratory events. The selected consultant will collaborate with SBGP staff and community partners to create a compelling visual identity, produce engaging content across multiple platforms, and design and implement events that reflect the values and impact of SBGP’s work.
In addition to branding and marketing, the consultant will support the planning and execution of anniversary-related events, which may include community gatherings, stakeholder receptions, public showcases, and media opportunities. These events will serve as key touchpoints to celebrate SBGP’s achievements, amplify community voices, and foster deeper connections across the 17 neighborhoods we serve, known as the SBGP District.
The selected consultant will serve as a strategic partner in planning and executing SBGP’s 10th anniversary campaign. They will provide integrated services in graphic design, marketing, and communications, and event planning and implementation. This includes developing a cohesive visual identity, crafting and managing a multi-platform marketing campaign, and designing inclusive, community-centered events. The consultant will work closely with SBGP staff and stakeholders to ensure all campaign elements reflect SBGP’s mission and values. The precise scope of work will be co-developed with SBGP and formalized in a written contract.
All submissions must be made electronically to procurement@sbgpartnership.org, in PDF or Microsoft Word format, by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 31, 2025. Hard copies will not be accepted. Responses must include a cover page clearly marked with the name, address, phone number, and email of the respondent.
All inquiries related to this RFQ are to be directed, in writing, to Acacia Asbell, Community Grants Director for the South Baltimore Gateway Partnership, at procurement@sbgpartnership.org.
See the full RFQ for additional proposal instructions.