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Statewide Media Campaign for Lithium-Ion Battery Disposal Awareness in North Carolina

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service (DEACS), is launching a statewide media campaign to raise public awareness about the proper disposal of lithium-ion batteries. - Government Buyer: - North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) - Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service (DEACS) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in this solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive statewide media awareness campaign - Focus on public education and outreach regarding lithium-ion battery recycling and safe disposal - Service includes campaign design, media placement, and educational content development - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Ability to reach a broad, statewide audience - Messaging must address the risks of improper lithium-ion battery disposal (e.g., fire hazards) and the benefits of recycling - Campaign must align with the implementation of a new landfill disposal ban on lithium-ion batteries - Emphasis on conserving critical minerals and public safety - No part numbers or quantities are specified, as this is a service-based procurement

Description

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service (DEACS) is seeking a qualified media company to conduct a statewide awareness campaign about the proper management of lithium-ion batteries at the end of their useful life. This campaign is in response to a new regulation banning lithium-ion batteries from landfill disposal starting December 1, 2026, due to fire hazards and the importance of recycling to conserve critical minerals. The solicitation aims to promote proper disposal and recycling practices to prevent fires and support environmental sustainability.

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