Pierce County Fire Protection District 6 Opengov #2026-RFQ-133

Pierce County Solicits Transcreation and Inclusive Community Support Services

Pierce County is seeking qualified vendors to provide transcreation and inclusive community support services to ensure equitable access to government programs and communications. - Government Buyer: - Pierce County Procurement and Contract Services office - Services Requested: - Transcreation and adaptation of written and visual materials for cultural and linguistic accuracy - Cultural and contextual review of County communications for inclusivity and accessibility - Plain-language editing to improve clarity and readability - Development and maintenance of glossaries for core languages (Arabic, Khmer, Korean, Russian, Samoan, Spanish, Filipino, Ukrainian, Vietnamese) and additional languages as needed - Consultation on best practices for cultural responsiveness and accessibility - Community engagement facilitation to ensure materials meet the needs of diverse populations - Requirements: - Vendors must demonstrate professional language fluency, relevant certifications, and experience working with public agencies - Emphasis on compliance with federal civil rights laws (Title VI, ADA) - Services must address the needs of individuals with limited English proficiency and those with disabilities - No specific OEMs or commercial product manufacturers are named in the solicitation - The contract has an initial maximum value of $100,000, with the possibility of up to four 1-year renewal options - Place of performance and delivery is Pierce County, with the main office at 1501 Market St, Suite 420, Tacoma, WA 98402

Description

Pierce County is seeking qualified vendors to provide transcreation and inclusive communications support services that promote equitable access to government programs, services, and civic engagement. The services aim to ensure that County communications are culturally responsive, linguistically accurate, and accessible for diverse communities, including individuals with limited English proficiency and those with varying literacy or communication needs. The RFQ establishes a pool of contractors to support the development, review, adaptation, and enhancement of County communications across formats and departments. The project emphasizes compliance with federal civil rights laws, including Title VI and ADA, and aims to operationalize language access obligations through qualified language providers.

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