Agency Health Department

Contractor NewPublica LLC

SWIFT Contract Number 245205

Project Name 988 Lifeline Culturally Specific Messaging for Latine Communities

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Summarize purpose of the contract, including why it was necessary: The purpose of this contract was to increase community awareness about the availability of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988 Lifeline) in Minnesota, specifically among Latine Communities across the state. The 988 Lifeline is a vital service that provides support with trained crisis specialists for anyone who is experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis.

Project Duration

Start Date Tue, 04/30/2024 - 00:00

Original end date Sun, 09/29/2024 - 00:00

Actual end date Sat, 11/30/2024 - 00:00

Did project finish on time? Yes

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Contract Amounts

Original contract: $9991.50

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Contract total $9991.50

Did project finish within budget? Yes

What was the funding source? Federal Grant - SAMHSA

Is this a sole source contract? Yes

If this was a single source contract, explain why the agency determined there was only a single source for the services (if applicable) Utilized the Equity Select Procurement process for this contract.

Evaluator Name Emily Lindeman

Evaluator Email Address emily.a.lindeman@state.mn.us

Evaluate the contractor's timeliness Contract was amended to add an additional two months to complete the work. All deliverables were completed on time.

Evaluate the contractor's quality Excellent - produced quality creatives and messaging. Also used multiple media channel outlets to promote the messages.

Evaluate the contractor's cost Excellent - the contractor was able to complete all deliverables under budget.

Evaluate the contractor's overall performance This contractor was great to work with. Their team was very collaborative, maintained communication throughout the contract period and was responsive to feedback and communication. The contractor was able to maximize their budget and over delivered on the number of ad placement while staying under budget.

Would you engage the contractor's services again? Yes

Describe any negative action taken during the duration of this contract (i.e., termination, pursuit of suspension, etc.): None

Please rate the overall experience with the contractor 5 - very satisfied