City of Hallandale Beach Federal Lobbyist Services RFP 26-27-01 (2026)
City of Hallandale BeachCity · Hallandale Beach, FL- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- James Buschman
- (954) 457-1398
The 30-second brief
The City of Hallandale Beach is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide professional consulting services for representing the City in legislative matters at the federal level. Services include federal lobbying, advocacy before Congress and federal administrative agencies, identifying federal grant and discretionary funding opportunities, assisting with Community Project Funding and Congressionally Directed Spending requests, tracking federal policies and legislation, providing regular reporting, and offering logistical support in Washington, D.C. The contract term is for five (5) years. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., and must be submitted electronically via DemandStar/Euna OpenBids. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 9, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. at City Hall. Minimum qualifications include active Sunbiz incorporation, prior experience, and a minimum of 5 years of federal lobbying experience representing Florida local governments within the last 7 years.
Firm's Qualifications and Experience (15),Project Team's Experience/Qualifications (15),Key Partnerships (15),Approach to the Project (20),Cost Proposal (10),Previous Experience and References (20),Local Vendor Preference (5)
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Summary
The City of Hallandale Beach is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide professional consulting services for representing the City in legislative matters at the federal level.
Services include federal lobbying, advocacy before Congress and federal administrative agencies, identifying federal grant and discretionary funding opportunities, assisting with Community Project Funding and Congressionally Directed Spending requests, tracking federal policies and legislation, providing regular reporting, and offering logistical support in Washington, D.C. The contract term is for five (5) years. Proposals are due by December 7, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., and must be submitted electronically via DemandStar/Euna OpenBids. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled for November 9, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. at City Hall. Minimum qualifications include active Sunbiz incorporation, prior experience, and a minimum of 5 years of federal lobbying experience representing Florida local governments within the last 7 years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
20- Form A: Proposal Submitted by Form
- Form B: Variance Form
- Form C: Legal Proceedings Form
- Form D: Public Entity Crime Form
- Form E: Domestic Partnership Certification Form
- Form F: Conflict of Interest Notification Requirement Questionnaire
- Form G: Drug Free Workplace Form
- Form H: Anti-Kickback Affidavit
- Form I: Confidentiality Form
- Form J: Scrutinized Form
- Form K: Compliance with Foreign Entity Laws
- Form L: Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment Certification
- Form M: Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Form N: Americans with Disabilities Act Affidavit
- Form O: Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion
- Form P: Affidavit of Compliance with Anti-Human Trafficking Laws
- Form Q: Acknowledgement of Addenda
- Sunbiz documentation
- Submit to
- www.demandstar.com
- Scope location
- Hallandale Beach, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Hallandale Beach?
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: www.demandstar.com. For questions, contact James Buschman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Hallandale Beach 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 James Buschman at (954) 457-1398. 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: "Firm's Qualifications and Experience (15),Project Team's Experience/Qualifications (15),Key Partnerships (15),Approach to the Project (20),Cost Proposal (10),Previous Experience and References (20),Lo..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Hallandale Beach?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 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: Form A: Proposal Submitted by Form,Form B: Variance Form,Form C: Legal Proceedings Form,Form D: Public Entity Crime Form,Form E: Domestic Partnership Certification Form,Form F: Conflict of Interest No. Review the full document from City of Hallandale Beach for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hallandale Beach, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.