Qualified Vendor List for Public Relations Services - Groups 1 - 6

The City of Tucson has awarded a contract to HAPI (Hackett Advertising Public Relations Interactive) for public relations services. The contract is for a period of 2 years and 6 months, starting from March 18, 2024, and ending on September 30, 2026. The scope of work includes public relations planning and marketing, web design and organization, writing and editing, video production, photography, and graphic services. HAPI will provide all in-house agency services to the City of Tucson for a blended rate of $140 per hour. The contract has a budget of $300,000. The City of Tucson reserves the right to terminate the contract if funds are not allocated or available for the continued purchase of services. Some key points to note are: • HAPI has experience working with government entities and water utilities, including Water – Use It Wisely and Scottsdale Water. • The company has a team of experienced professionals, including Jason Hackett, Danny Stoeller, and Lizzy Pietri. • HAPI provides a range of services, including public relations, marketing, web design, and video production. • The contract includes provisions for insurance, including commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation. • The City of Tucson has the right to cancel the contract if HAPI fails to perform or if funds are not available.