Maryland Procurement Portal #BPM058631

Consulting Services for Absentee Voting Feasibility and Election Modernization

The City of Gaithersburg, Maryland is seeking consulting services to assess and guide the transition to an absentee voting model for future municipal elections. - Government Buyer: - City of Gaithersburg, Maryland (local government) - Scope of Work: - Evaluation of historical election data and voter behavior - Analysis of operational, technological, and accessibility requirements - Recommendations for implementing absentee voting - Support for election modernization and public confidence initiatives - Products/Services Requested: - Consulting services for absentee voting feasibility and election modernization - 1 engagement covering analysis, recommendations, and implementation guidance - Unique Requirements: - Focus on improving voter participation, election integrity, accessibility, and transparency - Deliverables aimed at supporting the November 2027 municipal election - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Estimated Contract Value: - Budget capped at $50,000

Description

The City of Gaithersburg is seeking qualified consulting services to evaluate, develop, and support the implementation of an absentee voting model for future City elections. The consultant will analyze voter participation, operational impacts, costs, accessibility, and voter engagement strategies related to transitioning to an absentee voting system. The work includes evaluating historical election data, voter behavior, operational requirements, technology needs, and public confidence factors to provide recommendations and implementation guidance. The goal is to improve voter participation, maintain election integrity, increase accessibility, and ensure a transparent process for the November 2027 municipal election. The contract budget is not to exceed $50,000.

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