On-Call Consultant for Communications - Categories A, B, C

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Master Agreement CTR075506 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) designed to provide comprehensive communications and public involvement consulting services. The contract encompasses four distinct service categories: Public Involvement Services for NEPA Studies, Public Involvement for Planning and Projects, Construction Outreach, and Public Relations, Advertising, Marketing and Training. These services include a wide range of professional activities such as public meetings, stakeholder engagement, media relations, graphic design, digital simulation, GIS mapping, translation services, and training facilitation, offering ADOT flexible access to specialized communication expertise.

The master agreement is awarded to Ardurra Group Inc. and covers the state of Arizona with an initial performance period from January 23, 2025, to January 22, 2026, with potential extensions up to 48 months. The contract is structured as a multiple-award vehicle, with ten different consulting firms approved across various service categories. The estimated annual contract value is $500,000, with hourly labor rates ranging from $102.38 for administrative support to $296.89 for principal-level positions. The contract includes comprehensive liability insurance coverage, with commercial general liability set at $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, ensuring robust protection for both the contractor and the state agency.