The Fair Elections Program in Washington, DC seeks a qualified vendor to develop a strategic communications plan and implement three virtual debate platforms. The selected contractor will be responsible for crafting effective messaging and employing innovative communication tactics to convey the agency's vision, achievements, goals, and innovations to the public.

Key responsibilities include developing a robust virtual debate platform and communication plan to clearly communicate the Fair Elections Program’s debate process. The contractor will also create a virtual education and public outreach strategy that engages media and stakeholders, ensures accurate information about participating candidates, and provides timely notice of scheduled debates. The scope further encompasses a comprehensive voter information campaign leveraging public service announcements, bus, radio and digital advertisements, brochures, traditional media, social media platforms, and the agency’s official website.

Additional tasks involve drafting targeted messages to agency voters regarding scheduled debates, building cooperative relationships with news media, and clearly articulating registration and participation requirements for candidates. The contractor will also be responsible for developing a schedule for press releases, fielding press and public inquiries, and supporting the organization of press conferences and related debate events.