This contract calls for the development and execution of a comprehensive strategic communication plan to support Four Rivers Sanitation Authority’s transition from quarterly to monthly billing. The vendor must create a phased rollout schedule, produce all public‑facing materials (press releases, newsletters, TV/radio spots, billboards, social media content, website updates, videos, etc.), manage a small media budget, and coordinate with agency staff and elected officials. The work will be billed on an hourly basis with a “do‑not‑exceed” ceiling, and the vendor must meet extensive insurance, fair‑employment, and IDHR registration requirements. The contract was awarded to KMK Media Group after an open competition.
• Scope: strategic messaging, media production, stakeholder outreach, and budget management for monthly billing rollout.
• Pricing: hourly rate with a capped total amount (Time‑and‑Materials/Hourly).
• Timeline: implementation begins September 2024 for part of the service area, with full rollout by January 2025.