What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe government authority located in Tallahassee, FL seeks a vendor to provide state legislative consulting services. The buyer requires the selected vendor to confer on organizational planning, maintain liaison with the legislative delegation, and counsel personnel regarding agency appearances and negotiations. The scope also includes reviewing legislative and executive proposals, coordinating with aligned lobbyists, assisting with State agency contacts for funding applications, and submitting monthly activity reports. The buyer limits eligibility to onshore vendors within the USA, and the work will occur offsite. The buyer sets a contract period of one year and requests proposals to determine the budget. Key dates include a pre-bid meeting on October 7, 2026, and a deadline to submit all questions no later than October 21, 2026.
Scope of work
- Confer with the City on organizational planning and program activity affecting State program usage.
- Maintain liaison with the City's legislative delegation and assist on matters in the City's best interest.
- Counsel and assist City personnel in appearances and negotiations before State administrative agencies.
- Review executive proposals, pending legislation, and administrative rules to advise the City.
- Communicate and coordinate with other lobbyists representing interests consistent with the City.
- Assist in contacting State agencies on the City's behalf regarding pending funding applications.
- Provide monthly and interim activity reports detailing legislative services performed for the City.
- Review and monitor federal legislative, executive, and regulatory policy changes affecting the City.
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Experience & Qualifications | 60 points |
| Veteran's Preference Points | 5 points |
Minimum qualifications
- Must be onshore (USA Only).
Documents to include with your response
- Certification, Questionnaire & Requirements Affidavit (Appendix A)
- Cover Letter signed by an authorized principal or officer
- Qualifications of Proposing Firm and client references
- Organizational chart and resumes for all team members
- State of Florida Form PUR 7068 Sworn Statement on Public Entity Crimes
- Anti-Human Trafficking Affidavit (Exhibit B)
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via Bidnet Direct
- Instructions
- Proposals must be submitted electronically through Bidnet Direct prior to the submission deadline. All documents should be uploaded as separate PDF files under the Documents attachment tab.