Port of Long BeachIssuing agency·Long Beach, CA·via a public procurement portalThe Port operates in a highly visible and complex environment where operational, environmental, public safety, commercial, and community matters can generate significant public and media interest. Emerging issues, high-profile events, major initiatives, and emergency situations may require the Port to communicate quickly and strategically while ensuring information is timely, accurate, coordinated, and consistent.
While the Port maintains internal communications capabilities, the complexity, and unpredictable nature of its communication needs may require specialized expertise and additional support beyond day-to-day communications. To address these needs, the Port is seeking qualified consultants to provide strategic media and crisis communications services on an as-needed basis.
Additional Details
Department: Executive Office
Pre-Bid Meeting: November 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Q&A Deadline: November 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Required Submittals: Response File, Background and Contractor Certification Form (optional), SBE-2P Form (optional), Rate Sheet, W-9 (optional), Proof of Registration with the Secretary of State (optional)
Consultants will provide specialized strategic media and crisis communications support beyond the Port's day-to-day internal communications, covering emerging issues, high-profile events, major initiatives, and emergency situations where information must be timely, accurate, coordinated, and consistent.
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Source: Port of Long Beach (solicitation 147760), retrieved via a public procurement portal. View the official posting, and always confirm requirements and deadlines with the issuing agency.
