Government Relations Services

The agency is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive government relations, legislative advisory, public affairs, and policy consulting services. This initiative aims to support the agency's legislative priorities and institutional initiatives through strategic advocacy and policy consulting. The selected vendor will specialize in serving public sector entities, higher education institutions, governmental agencies, or similarly complex organizations. The scope of work covers legislative monitoring, analysis, and reporting on local, state, and federal matters that impact the agency. The vendor must develop legislative strategies, policy recommendations, briefing materials, and executive summaries for college leadership. Additionally, the project requires identifying and communicating funding opportunities, legislative initiatives, and regulatory matters relevant to higher education and workforce development. The requested services also include managing bill filings and amendments, tracking interim changes, and monitoring hearings and reports relevant to higher education, workforce, and economic development. The vendor must prepare and submit periodic activity reports, legislative updates, and strategic recommendations. The agency may also request other related government relations, legislative advisory, and strategic consulting services as needed. Eligible bidders must perform all work offsite and within the United States. The agency is establishing a contract period of three years to carry out these services. Bidders must submit any questions regarding this opportunity no later than June 15, 2026. The agency has not disclosed a set budget and is looking for proposals to determine the cost.