A government authority in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking consultant services to develop a management plan for a National Heritage Area. The chosen vendor will provide expert guidance and support throughout the creation of the management plan, ensuring it serves as a strategic roadmap addressing expectations and priorities for the area’s future.

Responsibilities include developing a comprehensive civic engagement strategy to facilitate participation from the public, partners, stakeholders, and government entities. The consultant will also produce an outline of the management plan, clearly identifying and addressing all requirements. The management planning process is expected to foster consensus and build strong partnerships among key stakeholders, advancing the heritage area’s objectives.