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Public Education & Community Outreach Services
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Beaufort County, South Carolina, is preparing for a November 3, 2026 ballot referendum on a proposed one-cent transportation sales and use tax intended to fund critical transportation improvements amid rapid population growth. The dedicated tax revenue would support projects such as road widenings, intersection upgrades, resurfacing, safety enhancements, and improved connectivity throughout the county. This initiative builds on the County's history of successful one-cent transportation referendums, with the latest approved in 2018 still active and extending projects through 2031. A 15-member citizen-led Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC), representing all council districts and municipalities, is charged with recommending the project list, tax collection amount, and duration to County Council by May 2026. To ensure voter understanding and support, Beaufort County is soliciting proposals from experienced public communications firms to design and implement a comprehensive public education campaign. The campaign will include strategic messaging, multi-channel outreach (digital, social media, in-person engagement), culturally sensitive materials, and ongoing campaign management, all tailored to the County’s demographics and growth challenges. The contract solicitation (No. 051326) is managed by Beaufort County’s Procurement Services Department and requires firms to submit proposals electronically by May 13, 2026. Evaluation criteria place strong emphasis on prior relevant experience, quality and creativity of the technical approach, team qualifications, local context knowledge, and cost-effectiveness, with award based on best value. Contractual clauses address excusable delays, indemnity, termination rights, insurance coverage including professional liability, payment bonds, confidentiality, and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. The contractor will retain responsibility for delivering all campaign outputs and must adhere to Beaufort County brand guidelines and statutory restrictions governing referendum communications. This solicitation mandates full disclosure of subcontractors, prohibits conflicts of interest such as gifts or kickbacks, and requires certification of non-debarment status and tax identification. The period of performance aligns with the pre-election timeline but lacks fixed dates, and contract administration is centralized in Beaufort. Overall, the contract seeks a strategic partner to effectively engage and inform the public on the transportation sales tax referendum, supporting Beaufort County’s infrastructure goals during a critical growth phase.
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