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Strategic Communications and Public Affairs

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Submission Closed10/29/2026, 01:00:00 PM MST

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AI Contract Overview

This subcontract for Strategic Communications and Public Affairs, issued by the Arizona Procurement agency, focuses on the development and execution of communication strategies for prime contractors on 1GPA public affairs projects. The selected provider will be responsible for strategic communications planning, media relations, press release drafting, and the overall management of public affairs campaigns. By leveraging expertise in media strategy and public perception management, the contractor will deliver essential outputs including communication plans, press kits, media coverage reports, and strategic messaging frameworks. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 541820 and was posted on September 24, 2026. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of October 29, 2026. Further details regarding this procurement can be accessed through the official OpenGov portal.

General Info

Arizona Procurement subcontract for strategic communications and public affairs services due October 29, 2026.

Agency

Arizona → Procurement

NAICS

541820 - Public Relations Agencies

Place of Performance

AZ, USA

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NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 27-11PV.

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Public Affairs and Government Relations Consulting

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PhaseClosed

PostedSep 24

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Response DeadlineOct 29

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Submission Closed

10/29/2026, 01:00:00 PM MST

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Full Description

Develops and executes communication strategies for prime contractors on 1GPA public affairs projects. Performs strategic communications planning, media relations, press release drafting, and public affairs campaign management. Utilizes expertise in media strategy and public perception management. Delivers communication plans, press kits, media coverage reports, and strategic messaging frameworks.