Downtown Hattiesburg Association

The buyer seeks a qualified agency to redesign, maintain, and support their website. The project aims to enhance the organization's credibility as a source for visitors through a fully responsive website. The buyer desires a partner with knowledge of downtowns and the Main Street model. The new website should highlight Downtown's vibrancy and integrate with social media channels and other owned websites.

• 9/9/2024 - Final Day to Submit Questions
• 9/12/2024 - Notice of Intent to Bid Due
• 9/27/2024 - Proposal Due Date
• 10/4/2024 - All Proposals Due
• 10/21/2024 - Agency Selected
• 10/22/2024 - Work Begins

• Redesign a fully responsive, robust, easy-to-navigate website
• Implement content management system integration (VibeMap, Threshold 360, Newsletter platform)
• Develop a tagging system for content navigation
• Create a functional digital map featuring retail, restaurants, venues, and visitor trails
• Provide annual support, maintenance, and staff training
• Implement SEO and accessibility features
• Integrate social media and multimedia content
• Develop a system for businesses to submit updated information
• Create a content/blog section for regular updates
• Implement lead generation and engagement tactics