When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 7, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 31, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $60,000.

It was issued by Baltimore City Community Reinvestment and Reparations Commission. The work is located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Strategic communications or public relations consultancy with experience serving public-sector clients. Demonstrated expertise in racial equity, reparative justice, and culturally responsive communications. Strong capabilities in media relations, rapid response, digital strategy, and content management. Experience translating complex public policy into accessible, plain-language materials. Proven ability to support community-centered engagement and transparent feedback processes.

Strategic Communications Consultant Services (Due September 7, 2026)

Overview

Marketing, Advertising & Social Media

Baltimore, Maryland, United StatesPosted: August 19, 2026Deadline: September 7, 2026

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SUMMARY

The selected consultant will develop and manage an equity-centered strategic communications program spanning public relations, media engagement, digital platforms, and community-centered outreach. The work includes messaging, media response, content management, and accessible policy communications.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have experience in strategic communications, PR, media relations, and/or digital communications
Must have experience in public sector, nonprofit, or social justice contexts
Must have familiarity with reparations, racial equity, or related policy areas
Must have cultural competency and ability to work with diverse stakeholders
Must have capacity to collaborate with a public body and meet compliance requirements
Must provide a Certificate of Good Standing from the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation dated no earlier than July 1st, 2026
Must register for an account on the Baltimore Civic Fund online applicant portal
Must comply with Baltimore City MWBE and SBR requirements where applicable

BUDGET

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$60,000

CONTRACT DURATION

6 months

TIMELINE

Application Opens: August 17th, 2026

Application Deadline: September 7th, 2026

Anticipated Award: September 28th, 2026

Anticipated Start: October 1st, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

August 31, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Baltimore City Community Reinvestment and Reparations Commission

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DESCRIPTION

The vendor will provide strategic communications consulting services, including the development and implementation of a comprehensive, equity-centered communications program. Services will include public relations, media relations, media training, and digital communications strategy and management, with messaging grounded in racial equity and reparative justice.

The consultant will develop communications strategies for public relations and digital channels, establish messaging frameworks, and identify priority audiences such as impacted residents, policymakers, and the media. The work will also include supporting website and digital platform updates, coordinating with city systems and IT requirements, and ensuring that published content is accurate, clear, and timely.

Additional responsibilities include developing culturally responsive media engagement strategies, analyzing local, regional, and national media landscapes, drafting press releases and statements, preparing for press briefings and major announcements, and managing content across websites, email, and social media. The consultant will translate complex policy into accessible, plain-language communications and support community-centered engagement strategies, including transparent and voluntary feedback mechanisms that appropriately compensate and credit community contributors.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 7, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 31, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $60,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Baltimore City Community Reinvestment and Reparations Commission. The work is located in Baltimore, Maryland, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Strategic communications or public relations consultancy with experience serving public-sector clients
Demonstrated expertise in racial equity, reparative justice, and culturally responsive communications
Strong capabilities in media relations, rapid response, digital strategy, and content management
Experience translating complex public policy into accessible, plain-language materials
Proven ability to support community-centered engagement and transparent feedback processes

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