City of Gainesville Federal Contract Lobbyist Services RFP CMGR-260055-WB 2026
City of GainesvilleCity · Gainesville, FL- Due
- Aug 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Wendy Byrne
- (352) 393-8857
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SUMMARY
The City of Gainesville is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide Federal legislative lobbying and advocacy services for the General Government.
The selected firm will provide professional legislative consulting and lobbying during scheduled, extended, and special Federal legislative sessions, as well as other times throughout the year as required by the city. The scope includes representation before federal agencies and the legislature to advance the city's interests. Proposals are due by August 6, 2026, at 200 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL. A Notice of Interest is due by July 30, 2026. Bidders must download full specifications and attachments from the procurement portal (Project ID: CMGR-260055-WB).
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Draft_Contract.pdf
- Certification_Regarding
- Certification_and_Restri
- Disclosure_of_Lobbying
- Prohibition_on_Certain_T
- Federal_Tax_Liability
- Contractor_Responsibilit
- Federally_Funded_Purchas
- Submit to
- 200 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL, 32601
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Gainesville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 6, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 200 E. University Ave., Gainesville, FL, 32601. For questions, contact Wendy Byrne.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Gainesville in FL, 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 Wendy Byrne at (352) 393-8857. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: Draft_Contract.pdf, Certification_Regarding, Certification_and_Restri, Disclosure_of_Lobbying, Prohibition_on_Certain_T, Federal_Tax_Liability, Contractor_Responsibilit, Federally_Funded_Purchas. Review the full document from City of Gainesville for the complete list.