Communications Consulting Services

The City of Courtenay is soliciting communications and engagement consulting services under solicitation C26-009. The selected consultant will provide services on an as-and-when-required basis for a primary three year term starting January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2029, with the possibility of a two year extension. The scope of work and specific deliverables are defined by the consultant's proposal and the City's Request for Qualifications. Payment is due upon receipt and acceptance, with invoices to be submitted within 60 days of payment for services and payment rendered within 30 days after delivery. The consultant must maintain professional liability insurance of at least 1 million dollars per occurrence and aggregate per year, as well as commercial general liability insurance of at least 2 million dollars per claim and aggregate per year. Mandatory requirements include holding a valid City of Courtenay or Mid-Island Inter-municipal Business License and complying with the Workers Compensation Act of British Columbia. Additionally, the consultant must indemnify the City against all costs and losses and adhere to the Province of British Columbia's Freedom of Information Act. All services must be performed according to sound professional practices and the standard of care typical for services of similar magnitude.