MRB-58256 - USA (Connecticut) - Communications and Community Engagement Strategy Development and Implementation Services - Deadline November 10,2026

Vendor needs to provide communications and community engagement strategy development and implementation services. – Develop and implement a communications and community engagement strategy that provides residents with clear, accurate and accessible information about the project. 1. Communications strategy:• Review existing project materials, including facilities studies, educational specifications, cost estimates, presentations and public communications.• Develop a comprehensive communications and community engagement plan, including key messages, target audiences, communication methods, anticipated milestones and a proposed schedule.2. Public information and communications:• Develop clear, accessible materials explaining the project, alternatives considered, the rationale for the agency’s decision, and relevant educational and facilities needs.• Assist in communicating project costs, financing assumptions, potential state reimbursement and estimated taxpayer impacts.3. Community engagement and external representation:• Represent the project at designated public meetings, community forums and informational sessions.• Serve as a point of contact for project–related public inquiries and coordinate responses with agency.• Facilitate public discussions and provide residents with opportunities to ask questions and obtain accurate information.4. Referendum preparation:• Assist the agency in preparing a coordinated package of public information in advance of the referendum.• Develop materials addressing anticipated questions regarding project alternatives, costs, financing, educational needs and long–term facilities considerations.