Description
Newton County is seeking a single qualified firm to design, develop, implement, host, and support a new public‑facing website that meets modern accessibility, security, and usability standards. The scope includes discovery and planning, UX/UI design, CMS implementation with role‑based permissions, content migration from the existing site, integration of core functionalities (search, forms, calendars, emergency alerts, etc.), WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, secure hosting, testing, launch assistance, and training for county staff. Proposals must be submitted in four bound paper copies by the November 12 deadline, and vendors must demonstrate experience with at least three comparable government website projects in the past five years.
• Deliver a responsive, accessible (WCAG AA) website with a user‑friendly CMS.
• Migrate existing content, create URL redirects, and provide post‑launch support and maintenance.
• Provide detailed cost breakdown (one‑time implementation and recurring hosting/maintenance) with a not‑to‑exceed total price.
• Demonstrate relevant experience, staffing qualifications, and a clear project schedule.
• Meet the proposal validity period of at least 120 days.