When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 26, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 15, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $650,000.

It was issued by Santa Barbara County Association Of Governments. The work is located in Santa Barbara, California, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced public relations or marketing firm with expertise in construction project communications. Proven record in developing strategic messaging and media outreach. Ability to manage media monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and post-event analysis. Prior experience with public sector or infrastructure projects in California is preferred.

Community Relations and Public Information Service (Due June 26, 2026)

Overview

Marketing, Advertising & Social Media

Santa Barbara, California, United StatesPosted: May 28th, 2026Deadline: June 26th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking a vendor to deliver public information and community relations services supporting a construction project, including communications strategy, media outreach, and stakeholder engagement.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have demonstrated experience in transportation public outreach, construction communications, media relations, and stakeholder engagement
Must have experience in multi-agency coordination on complex capital projects
Must be able to provide a firm offer for a minimum of 90 days
Must disclose any actual, apparent, or potential conflicts of interest
Must not be currently retained for professional services by an owner or developer of real property adjacent to the project
Must comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Must comply with federal ADA guidelines
Must submit proposal electronically via the SBCAG e-Procurement Portal

BUDGET

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$650,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Release Project Date: May 27th, 2026

Pre-Proposal Meeting: June 11th, 2026

Question Submission Deadline: June 15th, 2026

Question Response Deadline: June 16th, 2026

Addendum Release: June 17th, 2026

Proposal Submission Deadline: June 26th, 2026

Potential Offeror Interviews: June 29th, 2026

Offeror Selection Date: June 30th, 2026

Contract Negotiation Complete: July 3rd, 2026

SBCAG Contract Authorization: July 6th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 15th, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Santa Barbara County Association Of Governments

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DESCRIPTION

The selected vendor will be responsible for comprehensive community relations and public information services related to a construction project. Key responsibilities include developing an effective construction communication strategy and messaging that clearly conveys project goals, timelines, implementation details, and traffic management plans to the traveling public.

The scope also entails creating and updating a construction communications strategy and messaging toolkit, as well as developing and maintaining a response tracking log for website inquiries and referrals. The vendor is expected to continue media outreach and maintain active engagement with external stakeholders to support public understanding and establish realistic expectations regarding project goals, sequencing, schedules, and anticipated impacts. Regular tasks include maintaining media distribution lists, recording outreach efforts, preparing periodic media monitoring summaries to identify coverage, request corrections, and highlight emerging issues, as well as preparing post-event summaries that assess attendance, media coverage, outreach outcomes, and lessons learned.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 26, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 15, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $650,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Santa Barbara County Association Of Governments. The work is located in Santa Barbara, California, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced public relations or marketing firm with expertise in construction project communications
Proven record in developing strategic messaging and media outreach
Ability to manage media monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and post-event analysis
Prior experience with public sector or infrastructure projects in California is preferred

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