Santa Barbara Public Purchase #RFP - Film Commissioner Service Model and Countywide Film Production Framework Development

Consulting Services for Countywide Film Production Framework and Film Commissioner Service Model

Santa Barbara County is seeking a consultant to create a comprehensive framework for film production and evaluate models for a Film Commissioner service. - Government Buyer: - County of Santa Barbara Community Services Department - Scope of Work: - Develop a countywide film-production framework and database - Identify and document all relevant agencies, jurisdictions, property owners, operators, and permitting authorities involved in film production - Assess existing permitting pathways and resources - Conduct independent research and outreach to gather information - Organize data into maintainable databases and clear, publication-ready public materials - Evaluate options for future film-support services, including: - Dedicated Film Commissioner - Film-support role within an existing department - Contracted nonprofit or external organization - Regional partnerships - Scaled service models and hybrid/phased approaches - Deliverables: - Practical resources to help productions identify filming locations, understand requirements, and connect with contacts - Recommendations for future film services structure - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on independent research, outreach, and creation of maintainable, public-facing resources - Evaluation of multiple service models for film support - Focus on accessibility and usability for both the County and film productions

Description

The County of Santa Barbara Community Services Department is seeking proposals from qualified consultants or consulting teams to develop a comprehensive, countywide film-production framework and database. The project includes identifying and documenting relevant public agencies, jurisdictions, property owners, and permitting authorities related to film production. The contractor will assess existing permitting pathways, conduct research and outreach, and organize information into maintainable databases and public materials. Additionally, the contractor will evaluate options for future film-support services, including the potential structure and scope of a Film Commissioner or similar role. The final deliverables aim to support film productions in location identification and compliance, while providing the County with resources for future film services.

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