Recycling Sponsorship & Management Services RE-SOLICITATION

The City of Cincinnati is seeking a qualified firm to design, sell, implement, and manage a comprehensive sponsorship program for its residential recycling assets (carts, corner cans, drop‑off sites) and related digital platforms. The contractor will create sponsorship packages, recruit sponsors, handle branding and graphics, fabricate and install signage, maintain assets, engage the community, and provide ongoing analytics and revenue reporting. The contract is initially for three years with two optional one‑year renewals and may involve up to 40 % subcontracting, but the prime must perform at least 60 % of the work. Evaluation will focus on qualifications, technical approach, cost, and innovation. • Develop tiered sponsorship packages and sales forecasts • Recruit and manage corporate, nonprofit, and community sponsors • Design and produce co‑branded graphics for carts, cans, drop‑off sites, and digital media • Fabricate, install, maintain, and refresh sponsorship signage • Manage sponsor relationships, contracts, and revenue‑sharing calculations • Conduct community outreach and engagement campaigns • Provide regular performance, revenue, and analytics reporting • Ensure compliance with city branding standards, privacy, and cybersecurity requirements