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Response Deadline11/06/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Public Engagement and Communications Services supports prime contractors working on mobility study projects for the Halifax Regional Municipality. The selected provider will be responsible for the end-to-end management of the public consultation process, which includes developing and executing engagement plans, producing digital content and presentations, and facilitating meetings to gather input from both the general public and municipal staff. A critical component of the role involves documenting all feedback in detailed logs and integrating those insights into Concept Options and Final Reports. Interested parties must submit their responses by November 6, 2026, to provide these specialized communication and facilitation services under NAICS code 541820.

General Info

Subcontract for public engagement and communications services for Halifax mobility studies by November 2026.

Agency

Halifax Regional Municipality

NAICS

541820 - Public Relations Agencies

Place of Performance

CAN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of HRM-2026-0349.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Hammonds Plains Road Mobility Study

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PostedOct 16

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Response DeadlineNov 6

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11/06/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTCin 21 days

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AgencyHalifax Regional Municipality

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Organization / AgencyHalifax Regional Municipality

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Manages the public consultation process for prime contractors on Halifax Regional Municipality mobility study projects. Develops and executes public engagement plans, creates presentations and digital content, and facilitates meetings to document feedback from the public and HRM staff. Integrates feedback into Concept Options and Final Reports. Delivers public engagement materials and documented feedback logs.

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