Professional State Lobbying Services
- Client
- Branson, Missouri
- RFP Number
- LEGAL-18288
- Posted
- 10/17/2026
- Category
- Legal Services
- Budget
- Looking for Proposals
- NAICS
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- Set-aside
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- Contact
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Description
AI GeneratedThe City of Branson, MO seeks proposals from onshore USA organizations to provide professional state lobbying services. The selected vendor must consult with the board prior to the legislative session to establish an agenda, recommend lobbying efforts to achieve those goals, and maintain a continuous presence in the city while attending related legislative functions at other locations as requested. The scope of work requires the vendor to perform services offsite, deliver weekly updates during the legislative session on key issues, and notify the city of any pending court cases, filings, or decisions affecting its operations. Interested applicants must submit their responses digitally via email or online, with budget proposals requested.
Key solicitation details
AI-extracted from RFP 2885-21 State Lobbying Services.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.
The City of Branson is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide professional state lobbying services. The selected contractor will represent the city's legislative interests, monitor legislation, and engage with officials during state legislative sessions. Bidding is open to qualified onshore USA organizations registered to do business in Missouri.
- Issued by
- CITY OF BRANSON, MISSOURI
- Date Issued
- October 16, 2026
- Proposals due
- November 16, 2026, at 1:30 PM
- Contract start
- January 1, 2027
- How to submit
- Electronic via the agency portal
- Submission details
- Electronically received using Euna OpenBids. Must use Arial font, minimum 12-point size, portrait style. Cover letter limited to 1 page.
- Contract term
- January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with options to renew for up to two additional one-year periods
- Place of performance
- Branson, MO and Jefferson City, MO
- Insurance and bonding
- General Liability Insurance of $2,000,000.00 aggregate; Automobile Liability Insurance; Workers' Compensation Insurance. City of Branson named as additional insured.
How proposals are evaluated
| Qualifications and previous Legislative Experience of firm and personnel | 40% |
| Understanding of City's priorities and clear strategy | 30% |
| References and past performance | 20% |
| Cost proposal | 10% |
Scope of work
- Consult with board prior to legislative session to determine agenda
- Recommend lobbying efforts in upcoming legislative session to achieve agenda goals
- Provide weekly updates during session on issues of importance to the city
- Provide continuous presence in Jefferson City and attend legislative functions
- Inform the city of proposed legislation, pending court cases, filings, or decisions affecting the city
- Monitor and track all legislation that impacts the city
- Present testimony to legislative committees on behalf of the city upon request
- Monitor activities of the Missouri Department of Transportation and other state agencies
Minimum qualifications
- Primarily engaged in providing state lobbying services
- Demonstrated comprehensive understanding in state legislative areas
- Personnel properly registered with the State of Missouri as per State Statute
- Registered with the Missouri Secretary of State or hold an exemption number
Documents to include with the bid
- RFP Form
- Cost Proposal
- Immigration Affidavit
- Affidavit of Compliance
- Contract Award Signature Page
- Conflict of Interest Form
- Proposers Qualification Form
- Insurance Requirements Certification
- Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act Certification
- Resumes and Organization Chart
Verify important details
Document checkConfirm submission instructions and amendments with the issuing agency before responding.
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