Districtwide Strategic Communications Consultant Services for Miscellaneous Projects in District Six

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Six, is seeking a Districtwide Strategic Communications Consultant to provide comprehensive services for miscellaneous projects in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties. The Request for Proposal (DOT-RFP-26-6197SD) solicits qualified consultants to deliver strategic communications support, with specific requirements for staffing and local presence. Key personnel must include an Emergency Communications Manager (who must be a staff member of the prime consultant), Community Outreach Specialists, and other critical roles. The consultant is required to maintain a fully functioning satellite office in the region, with key personnel stationed locally to work directly with the department. Proposals are due on August 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM, to be submitted via email to D6.Purch@dot.state.fl.us. The RFP allows a maximum of two Community Outreach Specialists and two Assistant Community Outreach Specialists to be proposed on the technical proposal, with strict guidelines about local staffing and expertise.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to be open to qualified consultants with demonstrated capabilities in strategic communications and local community engagement. The contract covers services across Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties, suggesting a potential focus on regional communication strategies and community outreach. The RFP indicates a comprehensive approach to consultant selection, emphasizing local presence and specialized expertise. Although the exact award value is not specified in the available documents, the scope suggests a significant consulting engagement with potentially substantial budget allocation. The requirement for local office infrastructure and dedicated personnel indicates the department's commitment to obtaining high-quality, responsive communication services tailored to the specific needs of District Six. Potential respondents should carefully review the addendum and full RFP documents to ensure complete compliance with all specified requirements and qualifications.