City of Austin - State & Federal Lobbyists Services - RFP 4200 BRS3011REBID (2026)
City of Austin cityCity · Austin, TX- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Bridney Stewart-Fisher
- (512) 974-3127
The 30-second brief
The City of Austin is seeking qualified individuals or firms to provide professional legislative state and federal lobbying services, including monitoring and advising on legislative and regulatory developments, grant identification and assistance, and policy analysis for Austin Energy and Austin Government Relations. The scope covers energy/electricity, grant funding, healthcare, housing, land use, municipal finance, public safety, regulatory compliance, transportation and infrastructure, and water. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with questions due by November 20, 2026. The initial contract term is two years with up to two additional two-year extension options.
Experience and Qualifications (Section 10.3) 40 Points, Approach (Section 10.3.6) 30 Points, Price (Section 10.4) 10 Points, Local Business Preference (Section 10.5) Up to 10 Points, Small Business Preference (Section 10.6) Up to 10 Points
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Summary
The City of Austin is seeking qualified individuals or firms to provide professional legislative state and federal lobbying services, including monitoring and advising on legislative and regulatory developments, grant identification and assistance, and policy analysis for Austin Energy and Austin Government Relations.
The scope covers energy/electricity, grant funding, healthcare, housing, land use, municipal finance, public safety, regulatory compliance, transportation and infrastructure, and water. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with questions due by November 20, 2026. The initial contract term is two years with up to two additional two-year extension options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Experience and Qualifications (Section 10.3) 40 Points
- Approach (Section 10.3.6) 30 Points
- Price (Section 10.4) 10 Points
- Local Business Preference (Section 10.5) Up to 10 Points
- Small Business Preference (Section 10.6) Up to 10 Points
- Submit to
- City of Austin eResponse
- Duration
- 72 months
- Scope location
- Austin, TX
- Reported agency
- City of Austin
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Austin city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Austin eResponse. For questions, contact Bridney Stewart-Fisher.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Austin city in TX, 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 Bridney Stewart-Fisher at (512) 974-3127. 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: "Experience and Qualifications (Section 10.3) 40 Points, Approach (Section 10.3.6) 30 Points, Price (Section 10.4) 10 Points, Local Business Preference (Section 10.5) Up to 10 Points, Small Business Pr..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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