State Lobbying and Governmental Affairs Services
- Client
- Michigan
- RFP Number
- MRB-58059
- Posted
- 10/17/2026
- Category
- Marketing and Branding
- Budget
- Looking for Proposals
- NAICS
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- Set-aside
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- Contact
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Description
AI GeneratedThe Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority seeks state lobbying and governmental affairs services to represent its interests in Michigan. The selected vendor must provide legislative advocacy, governmental relations, regulatory advocacy, issue monitoring, strategic communications, and assistance with state funding opportunities. Scope of work includes analyzing proposed legislation and policies, maintaining required lobbyist registrations, engaging with state lawmakers and agencies, facilitating briefings, drafting advocacy materials, and helping refine the Authority’s legislative agenda. Eligibility is limited to USA-based organizations registered under the Michigan Lobby Registration Act with at least three years of experience providing Michigan legislative affairs, lobbying, or government relations services to public-sector or similar entities. Applicants must submit a response covering their qualifications, team chart, three references, and a maximum two-page fee proposal covering an initial three-year agreement and a potential two-year extension. Submissions can be sent physically to 5500 44th St SE or digitally via email or online before November 6, 2026, at 2:00 pm local time. Written questions are due by October 27, 2026, at 2:00 pm to [email protected]. The Authority will evaluate proposals based on the solicitation requirements and select the most responsive and responsible respondent deemed most advantageous to the Authority.
Key solicitation details
AI-extracted from RFP 2627 State Lobbying.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority is issuing this Request for Proposals to seek proposals from qualified Michigan lobbyist firms to provide state lobbying and governmental affairs services. The selected firm will act as an advocate and strategic advisor at the state level to support continued airport growth and state engagement. Qualified Michigan lobbyist firms with at least three years of experience are eligible to bid.
- Issued by
- Gerald R. Ford International Airport Authority
- RFP Issue Date
- October 16, 2026
- Question Deadline
- October 27, 2026 at 2 p.m.
- Submission Due Date
- November 6, 2026 at 2:00 pm (local)
- Contract Start Date
- January 1, 2027
- How to submit
- Electronic via Dropbox upload or hard copy via mail/delivery
- Submission details
- Electronic responses submitted as a single PDF named with the Respondent name to https://www.dropbox.com/request/8ni0urx0pzn03vvub4jp. Hard copies mailed or delivered to Marissa Norris, Senior Procurement Specialist, Gerald R Ford International Airport Authority, 5500 44th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512.
- Contract term
- Two (2) years, effective January 1, 2027 and ending on December 31, 2028, with options to extend for two (2) additional two (2) year terms.
- Place of performance
- Onsite and offsite in Michigan
- Insurance and bonding
- Insurance requirements are posted on the Documents and Forms page of the GFIAA website within the Purchasing Terms and Conditions document.
How proposals are evaluated
| Governmental Affairs Strategy & Approach | 25 points |
| Relevant Governmental Affairs / Lobbying Experience | 20 points |
| Airport / Aviation Industry Experience | 15 points |
| Proposed Team & Staffing | 10 points |
| Firm Capacity & Resources | 10 points |
| Fee Structure | 10 points |
| Understanding of Airport Priorities & Challenges | 3 points |
| Governmental Affairs Strategy & Recommendations | 2 points |
| Proposed Team and Expertise | 1 point |
| Questions, Scenarios, and Communication | 4 points |
Scope of work
- Identify, monitor, track, and report on Michigan legislation, policies, and administrative actions
- Analyze proposed legislation and advise the Authority on potential impacts
- Provide regular updates including monthly, quarterly, and annual activity reports
- Identify state funding, appropriations, and grant opportunities relevant to the Authority
- Develop and maintain working relationships with state legislators, executive officials, and agency leadership
- Facilitate periodic meetings, briefings, and engagements with state officials and staff
- Draft official correspondence, legislative testimony, briefing materials, and talking points
- Maintain all registrations and reporting under the Michigan Lobby Registration Act
Minimum qualifications
- Registered, or qualified to register, as a lobbyist or lobbyist agent under the Michigan Lobby Registration Act
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience providing Michigan legislative affairs, lobbying, or governmental affairs services
Documents to include with the bid
- Executive Summary (1 page maximum)
- Business Organization (1 page maximum)
- Project Understanding & Recommendation (12 pages maximum)
- Project Staffing chart and credentials (4 pages maximum)
- References (minimum of 3, 1 page maximum)
- Fee Proposal (2 pages maximum)
Verify important details
Document checkConfirm submission instructions and amendments with the issuing agency before responding.
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