Atlanta Regional Commission - Federal Public Affairs Services RFP794, 2026
Atlanta Regional CommissionMPO · Atlanta, GA- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1.5 years
- Primary contact
- Null
- (404) 463-3100
The 30-second brief
The Atlanta Regional Commission seeks proposals from qualified firms for federal public affairs services, strategic consulting, education, outreach, legislative reporting, and executive reporting. The selected consultant will provide ongoing professional services starting March 8, 2027 through September 30, 2028, with an option to renew for up to two additional two-year terms. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST. Technical questions are due by November 10, 2026. Evaluation criteria include understanding of ARC and its work, major strategic challenges, related experience, budget, and references.
Understanding of the Atlanta Regional Commission and its work (25%), Understanding of the Atlanta Regional Commission's major strategic challenges (25%), Related experience, strength of qualifications, versatility in subject matter expertise (25%), Budget (15%), References of the firm or project team (10%)
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Summary
The Atlanta Regional Commission seeks proposals from qualified firms for federal public affairs services, strategic consulting, education, outreach, legislative reporting, and executive reporting.
The selected consultant will provide ongoing professional services starting March 8, 2027 through September 30, 2028, with an option to renew for up to two additional two-year terms. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST. Technical questions are due by November 10, 2026. Evaluation criteria include understanding of ARC and its work, major strategic challenges, related experience, budget, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Required Certificates of Insurance, Assurance of Compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Completion of Debarment and E-Verify forms, Budget format Exhibit B-1, Name of lead firm and sub-contractors, Point of contact, Narrative demonstrating understanding of ARC, Experience and qualifications, Description of experience with public agency clients, Most recent firm audit, Review of potential conflicts, List of litigation in the past five years
- Submit to
- Atlanta Regional Commission procurement website
- Duration
- 18 months
- Scope location
- Atlanta, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Atlanta Regional Commission?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Atlanta Regional Commission procurement website. For questions, contact Null.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Atlanta Regional Commission in GA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Null at (404) 463-3100. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Understanding of the Atlanta Regional Commission and its work (25%), Understanding of the Atlanta Regional Commission's major strategic challenges (25%), Related experience, strength of qualifications..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Atlanta Regional Commission?
All active and historical solicitations from Atlanta Regional Commission are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Atlanta Regional Commission regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 7, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Required Certificates of Insurance, Assurance of Compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Completion of Debarment and E-Verify forms, Budget format Exhibit B-1, Name of lead firm and. Review the full document from Atlanta Regional Commission for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Atlanta, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.