Public Relations Support Services

The vendor is required to provide public communications relations support- including public relations, crisis and issues management, and strategic counsel - to supplement the work of the communications and community engagement department.
a. Strategic and supplemental communications
•    Support development and implementation of communication strategies and campaigns.
•    Ensure continuity of messaging across city channels during periods of high workload.
•    Provide guidance on media strategy, crisis response, and key messaging.
b. Media and public relations
•    Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and statements.
•    Pitch stories that highlight city initiatives, events, and accomplishments.
•    Assist in coordinating responses to media inquiries.
c. Reporting and coordination
•    Provide monthly reports summarizing activities and measurable outcomes.
•    Hold regular check-ins with the communications manager to review priorities and ensure coordination.
•    Strategic recommendations to strengthen city communications capacity.
•    Supplemental media outreach and content support, coordinated with the communications manager.
•    Monthly activity reports with outcomes and recommendations.
- Budget: $25,000

- Questions/Inquires Deadline: October 21, 2025