The New York State Thruway Authority, which runs the longest toll superhighway in the in the U.S., along with the Erie Canal and other waterways, wants to hear from press release vendors.
The Authority released an RFP on May 25 to disseminate its estimated 800 press releases issued via the office of public affairs and customer service. Construction projects, road safety and media events are among topics covered in the releases, which average 600 words.
The vendor must be able to issue news, including photos and images, 24/7, 365 days a year to media and non-media targets.
The Authority’s oversight includes the 570-mile NY State Thruway and 524 miles of navigable waterways include the Erie, Oswego, Champlain and Cayuga-Seneca Canals.
Proposals are due July 9. View the RFP at thruway.ny.gov.