Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Crisis Communications. The successful firm shall assist the Partnership and its affiliates with high level reputation management during emergencies, as identified by Partnership staff. During the emergency situation, staff may request the successful firm to: Serve as a spokesperson for the Partnership; Plan and provide strategic counsel for all communications; Be available to attend outside meetings; Field media calls and inquiries; Draft internal and external communications; and Work with senior leadership to provide guidance and communications strategy. 2. Media Relations. The successful firm shall assist the Partnership and its affiliates to manage messaging and relationships with media professionals. Staff may request the successful firm to: Serve as a spokesperson for the Partnership in its relationships with media professionals; Plan and provide strategic counsel and guidance for all communications with media professionals; Maintain relationships with media professionals to represent the interests of the Partnership and its affiliates; Field media calls and inquiries; Draft internal and external communications regarding media inquiries; and Work with senior leadership to provide guidance and communications strategy.