Specifications include, but are not limited to: MD250 is seeking written bids for the design of a new website that will educate, inspire, and interact with Maryland citizens as a part of a nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. The website will serve as a critical anchor to MD250’s mission – to contribute to an inclusive American narrative by telling the story of Maryland’s critical role in bringing the promise of democracy to all. The purpose of the website will be to serve as the central source of information for the public about events, programming, announcements, and will feature storytelling videos to be produced in the period leading up to the 2026 commemoration. It is expected that the website will remain active after the 2026 anniversary. Elements to be included in website: ● Be a .org as it will also contain an online donation option. ● Have the ability to accept online donations/payments ● Have a modern, interactive, and look/feel like America250 (https://www.america250.org/ ) ● Be operational by November 30, 2022 ● Support/store documentaries, videos, and other graphic content ● Outreach to prospective event/ program participants and RSVPs intake functionality ● Outreach to potential corporate and governmental partners and program/event opportunities intake functionality ● Be compatible with/support Hosting services and implementation to the hosting environment to be performed at later dates ● MD250 branding/logo ● Be highly visual - photos ● Include Graphics and a Narrative Map Concept (MD250 to provide) ● Video content functionality ● Interactive/feedback functionality ● Social media creation and connection ● Outreach to prospective donors and donations intake/payment functionality
