Website design & hosting svcs RFP

The City of Lawrence, Massachusetts is seeking qualified vendors to provide a complete website redesign and hosting services through a Request for Proposals (RFP). The City aims to enhance user experience, content management, and improve information and customer service to the community through this contract. The website must meet high standards for design quality, visual appeal, and be intuitive and easy for non-technical city staff to manage. Key requirements include integration with social media, mobile device compatibility, advanced search capabilities, calendars, surveys, forms, workflow approvals, and the ability for non-technical staff to easily manage content. Proposals are due by Friday, October 7, 2016 at 11:00 AM. The contract term shall be for three years with the City's sole option to renew for two additional one-year terms, upon City Council approval. The City will select the most advantageous proposal based on both price and the services to be provided.

This RFP is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The City has not listed any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and has not provided any details on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP does not specify a budget range or award value, but the City is seeking the most advantageous proposal that meets their requirements.