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World Bank – 2030 Water Resources Group
Web Design, Design Audits, UI/UX Design, Website Content Writing, WordPress Development
Transform Your Government Website and Digital Services
Engage Citizens. Modernize Operations. Secure the Data.
The Growing Opportunity in the Government and Public Sector
The public sector is at a turning point. Citizens expect digital experiences that are simple, fast, and easy to use. Government platforms often serve millions of users but fall short of modern standards. We help government agencies modernize digital experiences, simplify complexity, and deliver reliable platforms that scale and improve how services are accessed.
Public Sector Experience
We've partnered with federal agencies, municipalities, and government contractors to modernize the public sphere.
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Center For International Policy
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Let's Build Infrastructure for the People
Common Challenges for Agencies and Contractors
Meeting strict Section 508 and ADA accessibility standards
Migrating from legacy on-prem systems to the Cloud
protecting sensitive PII and adhering to FISMA/FedRAMP
Handling high traffic spikes during crises or tax season
Winning competitive RFPs in the GovCon space
Pew Research indicates 65% of users fail to complete gov tasks online. We modernize your stack to ensure success.
Government Websites and Digital Services
We bridge the gap between bureaucratic complexity and user experience to ensure compliance, improve accessibility, and automate constituent services.
Accessible Web Design
Access is the law. We build WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 compliant sites that ensure every citizen can access vital services.Constituent Portals
Self-service saves costs. We develop secure portals for tax payments and permitting that reduce foot traffic at City Hall.Civic Engagement
Feedback matters. We integrate Granicus and engagement tools to facilitate digital town halls and public comment periods.
GovCon Marketing
Winning RFPs is tough. We design capability statements and proposal microsites that help contractors win federal awards.
Discuss a Modernization Plan
We have the tools to help you succeed in the Public Sector. Get in touch with our team to discuss how our comprehensive solutions can improve service delivery for your agency.
On Average, Government Clients See:
A 40–60% Reduction in Call Center Volume
Built for Public Organizations
We understand the unique constraints of government, from procurement cycles to compliance and build solutions that work.
Federal Agencies
Security is paramount. We architect FedRAMP-ready portals that handle sensitive data with military-grade encryption, ensuring full compliance with FISMA mandates.
State & Local (Municipal)
Residents need answers. We build user-friendly 311 portals and payment gateways that reduce hall visits, allowing citizens to pay taxes and pull permits online.
Government Contractors
Winning RFPs is competitive. We design high-impact capability statements and proposal microsites that validate your past performance and help you win contracts.
Economic Development
Growth requires visibility. We create data-rich investment portals featuring interactive GIS maps that attract businesses and drive regional economic expansion.
Public Advocacy & NGO
Change needs a voice. We build campaign hubs and donation engines that mobilize supporters, optimize fundraising, and drive legislative action on key issues.
Public Transit & Utilities
Reliability builds trust. We design mobile-first interfaces that display real-time GTFS schedules and outage maps, keeping the public informed and moving efficiently.
Why Public Organizations Work With Us
We modernize public websites with end-to-end delivery and long-term maintainability,
so people can find what they need and teams can keep content current.
"Residents can finally find the right information without digging. The experience is clearer, and support requests dropped after launch."
"Take a look at how we guided Russel Group through the full website workflow, from discovery and design to build, accessibility, and QA."
"Watch how we delivered a multilingual platform with an interactive projects map, dynamic content, and a CMS built for ongoing publishing."
"Our reports and resources are always evolving. The new site makes it easy to manage and publish updates, without turning every change into a project."
Design In DC Recognition
Recognition for award-winning digital work across strategy, design, and execution.
Trusted by ambitious teams in the government and public sector and other highly competitive industries.
Award-Winning Web Design
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Web Excellence Award Winner
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Top Washington, D.C.
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Communication and Outreach Support
Service is about reach. Our digital marketing services help you engage constituents, recruit talent, and communicate policy effectively.
Sales Automation & Support
Rapidly publish clear, authoritative updates during emergencies.
SEO
Help residents find accurate answers to how-to service questions.
Paid Ad Campaigns
Recruit the next generation of civil servants with targeted LinkedIn ads.
Social Media Management
Educate the public on health, safety, and essential services.
Email Marketing
Automate council meeting updates and key announcements to residents.
Improve Search Visibility for Government Services
in Washington DC
When residents search for government programs and how-to services in DC,
your agency should be easy to find and easy to trust.
We strengthen technical SEO, accessibility, and content structure so accurate answers surface faster.
Government Web Design Questions
Answers to common questions from CIOs, Communications Directors, and Procurement Officers.
Do you have experience with Section 508 and WCAG compliance?
Yes. We design and test digital systems to meet Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
Federal agencies and public institutions in Washington DC operate under strict accessibility requirements. Our process includes semantic HTML structure, keyboard navigation validation, screen reader testing, color contrast verification, and documented remediation procedures.
Accessibility is incorporated into system architecture and quality assurance workflows from the start. This reduces legal risk and ensures public facing digital services remain usable for individuals with disabilities.
Can you work with .gov domains?
Yes. We assist with registration and DNS management for .gov domains through the official DotGov registrar.
This includes eligibility guidance, domain request submission, DNS configuration, SSL setup, and domain governance controls. A .gov domain strengthens public trust and aligns with federal security standards.
We coordinate technical setup with your IT team to ensure the domain is properly configured and maintained.
Do you integrate with platforms like Granicus or Accela?
Yes. We integrate government SaaS platforms such as Granicus, Accela, and SeeClickFix into agency websites.
These systems support public engagement, permitting, and service request reporting. Our integration work includes API configuration, interface alignment, accessibility validation, and workflow continuity testing.
Citizens access services through a consistent interface while internal teams maintain their existing operational systems.
How do you handle security (FedRAMP)?
We deploy websites within FedRAMP authorized cloud environments such as AWS GovCloud and Azure Government.
Infrastructure planning includes access controls, encryption standards, monitoring configuration, and documentation practices that align with federal security requirements. Hosting decisions are made in coordination with agency IT leadership.
This approach supports compliance expectations common among federal and DC based agencies.
Can you help contractors win RFPs?
Yes. We support government contractors with structured proposal assets and procurement ready materials.
This includes secure Deal Rooms, capability statements, and proposal graphics that clarify scope, differentiators, and past performance. Contractors operating in the DC federal market benefit from materials that simplify evaluation for contracting officers.
Clear documentation improves review efficiency and strengthens credibility during competitive bids.
How do you handle FOIA requests on the site?
We design FOIA reading rooms and structured request portals for public agencies.
Implementations include searchable document repositories, standardized submission forms, accessible document formatting, and internal routing workflows. Agencies in Washington DC often manage high public visibility and regulatory scrutiny.
A structured FOIA system supports transparency while improving administrative processing efficiency.