San Francisco Bay Area Water Emergency Transportation Authority Local Advocacy Services

The San Francisco Bay Area Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) is seeking proposals for local advocacy services (RFP #26-016). The agency intends to establish a bench of on-call government relations consultants to develop and implement local and regional advocacy strategies, build political relationships, track local policy, monitor political environments, and secure financial and political support for WETA's ferry services and capital projects. Qualified individuals or firms may apply for one or more regional categories, including Alameda County, Contra Costa County, City and County of San Francisco, San Mateo County, Solano County, and Regional Agencies. Only USA-based organizations operating onshore are eligible to apply. Applicants must demonstrate core competency and established relationships in their chosen categories, list public agency clients, and identify any required local lobbyist registrations. Proposals must be submitted digitally via email or online, with all questions due by November 6, 2026. The contract term is three years, and work will be performed offsite. Applicants must submit cost proposals, manage key personnel for the entire engagement, and meet strict insurance requirements, including primary liability coverage and maintainable claims-made coverage for at least five years.