About this opportunity
AI summaryThe University of Oregon, on behalf of Government and Community Relations, seeks quotes for state lobbying and consulting services for the 2027 state legislative session. The selected contractor will advocate for budget and policy bills advancing the university's public mission, draft legislative language, engage with legislators and staff, schedule and participate in meetings, and provide requested reports. Work must be performed offsite, and eligible bidders are restricted to onshore USA organizations. Responses are due by November 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM PST and can be submitted digitally via email or online. Awarded proposal pricing must remain firm for the initial contract term, with future renewal increases capped at the lesser of the Consumer Price Index increase or three percent.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- The University of Oregon
- Solicitation No.
- 500100-01155-RFQ
Scope of work
- Advocate to secure passage of budget and policy bills supported by the University
- Engage regularly with the Office of Government and Community Relations, leadership staff, and faculty
- Assist in the drafting of legislative language and amendments
- Engage in communication and meetings with legislators, staff, and legislative counsel, fiscal, and revenue offices
- Schedule and participate in meetings with legislative offices and state agencies
- Appear and testify before agency hearings, rule-making proceedings, and legislative meetings
- Provide reports, memos, and workplans as requested on issues of interest or concern
- Develop legislative strategy during the interim and build coalitions during the legislative session
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Price | Not specified |
| Best value factors including statements of work and qualifications | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Must be a registered lobbyist or have completed required lobbyist training in the state of Oregon
- Minimum of 3 years of experience
- Demonstrable experience providing state lobbying and consulting services to organizations of similar size
Documents to include with your response
- Description of prior experience and proof of lobbyist training and/or registration in Oregon
- List of three client references with contact information
- Services offered description addressing specifications and performance criteria
- Itemized budget of costs for individual items and total price proposal
- List of all third parties and/or subcontractors intended for use
- Sustainability discussion
- Proposed modifications to University Standard Terms (if applicable)
Key dates
- Closing Date and Time
- November 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM (PST)
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic submission
- Instructions
- Submit online via the University Purchasing Portal at https://pcs.uoregon.edu/content/business-opportunities by clicking Submit a Proposal. Formatted in MS Word, Excel, or .pdf without embedded images or documents. Do not use Dropbox or cloud-based products.
Contract details
- Term
- Held firm for the initial contract term, with annual renewal options
- Insurance and bonding
- Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate; Professional Liability insurance; Commercial Auto Liability insurance; Worker's Compensation coverage per ORS 656.017; minimum AM Best rating of A- or higher on occurrence basis.