The State of Michigan is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive website services, including design, development, hosting, implementation, migration, and maintenance using WordPress and Drupal content management systems. The project requires development of a user-friendly events management module that will enable staff to efficiently add, edit, and feature upcoming employer events, workshops, and hiring initiatives.

The selected vendor will implement a content management system that allows non-technical users to easily manage and update website content and images. Integration with social media and Salesforce CRM is required to facilitate seamless engagement and streamlined lead, registration, and inquiry management. Additionally, a secure employee portal page must be developed for staff to submit event information, job updates, and marketing requests.

Accessibility is a critical component, with strict adherence to Section 508, WCAG 2.1 AA, ADA, and all relevant compliance standards mandated. Search engine optimization best practices should be incorporated, including effective use of metadata, structured URLs, and content tagging. The scope also involves coordinating hosting setup or migration, ensuring server performance, conducting regular backups, and integrating robust form management solutions to capture submissions such as surveys and internal requests.