What does Planning and Building do?

The Planning and Building department of the City of St. Augustine, Florida, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the city’s historic and cultural heritage through targeted public engagement and educational initiatives. Its core mission centers on advancing community understanding of underrepresented narratives—particularly those tied to post-emancipation Black history—by supporting archaeological research, public exhibits, and heritage interpretation programs. Strategic priorities include fostering civic memory, enhancing public access to historical resources, and collaborating with cultural institutions to ensure accurate, community-informed storytelling. Key initiatives focus on place-based education, heritage conservation outreach, and experiential learning opportunities that connect residents and visitors to the city’s layered past. The agency procures specialized services related to cultural media and public communication, primarily engaging media buying agencies to design and execute targeted outreach campaigns for heritage exhibits and educational programs. Contracts are typically structured as professional service agreements, awarded through competitive solicitation processes that emphasize expertise in historical interpretation and community engagement rather than traditional construction or infrastructure procurement. The agency’s primary procurement focus is on NAICS 541830, Media Buying Agencies, reflecting its reliance on strategic communications partners to amplify the reach and impact of cultural heritage projects. While no set-asides are currently utilized, the agency demonstrates a preference for vendors with demonstrated experience in public history, museum curation, and culturally responsive media planning. Vendor relationships are built around specialized knowledge in heritage storytelling and community-based research methodologies. As a municipal department under the City of St. Augustine, it operates within a localized governance structure focused on historic preservation and public education. The agency utilizes standard municipal procurement vehicles for professional services, prioritizing transparency and alignment with community values in all acquisition activities.

How do I find contracts from Planning and Building?

You can find contracts from Planning and Building on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

What does Planning and Building do?

The Planning and Building department of the City of St. Augustine, Florida, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the city’s historic and cultural heritage through targeted public engagement and educational initiatives. Its core mission centers on advancing community understanding of underrepresented narratives—particularly those tied to post-emancipation Black history—by supporting archaeological research, public exhibits, and heritage interpretation programs.

What contracts does Planning and Building award?

Planning and Building awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

How do I do business with Planning and Building?

To do business with Planning and Building, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

Who are the top contractors for Planning and Building?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Planning and Building in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

Where is Planning and Building located?

Planning and Building is located in St. Augustine, FL. While the agency may have offices in multiple locations, contract opportunities can be performed at various places of performance across the country.

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Planning and Building

Part of Florida · St. Augustine, Florida

The Planning and Building department of the City of St. Augustine, Florida, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the city’s historic and cultural heritage through targeted public engagement and educational initiatives.

Planning and Building is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. It currently has 5 open contract opportunities.

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