Review of Franchise Fee and PEG Payments to the Rainier Communications Commission

Pierce County, situated on southern Puget Sound with a population nearing 953,000 in 2024, encompasses a diverse area of 1,679 square miles, excluding water and federal lands. The county seat and largest city is Tacoma, located about 23 miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The county government is led by a seven-member County Council, which formulates policies, and an independently elected County Executive who serves as the chief executive officer. The unincorporated areas of the county are home to approximately 448,000 residents. The current contract involves a review of franchise fees and PEG (Public, Education, and Government) payments directed to the Rainier Communications Commission. This solicitation, numbered 2025-RFP-167, was posted on August 20, 2025, with a response deadline of September 17, 2025. The project falls under the NAICS code 541611, indicating a focus on administrative and general management consulting services, and is managed by Pierce County’s Washington-based organization. The contract value is estimated to range between $50,000 and $200,000. Interested parties can contact Stephanie Browning via email or phone for further details and access the project information through the provided online portal.