RFP - PW - Public Engagement Consultant

The City of Minneapolis seeks a qualified consulting firm to deliver comprehensive public‑engagement services for Stage 2 of the federal SMART (Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation) Grant. The consultant will create a branding and communications strategy, design and execute stakeholder outreach across seven focus neighborhoods, coordinate with local partners and the University of Minnesota’s Center for Transportation Studies, and provide regular reporting throughout a two‑year contract period. • Develop an Engagement Plan, Communications Plan, and branding assets that meet ADA/WCAG standards. • Conduct in‑person, virtual, and door‑to‑door outreach, manage event logistics, and produce multilingual materials. • Produce quarterly and annual progress reports, maintain performance metrics, and coordinate with the City’s Blue Line Extension and other capital projects.