City of Othello State Government Relations Services RFP# 2026-01
City of OthelloCity · Othello, WA- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Tania Morelos
- (509) 488-5686
The 30-second brief
The City of Othello is seeking proposals from individuals or firms to provide state-level contract lobbying and government relations services. The selected contractor will represent the City's interests with the Washington State Legislature, foster partnerships with state delegations, and assist in developing annual legislative priorities. Specific duties include tracking bill activity, monitoring committee hearings, drafting testimony, and identifying state grant programs or funding opportunities such as those related to the Columbia Basin Sustainable Water Coalition (CBSWC). The contract term is one year with up to four annual renewals for a total of five years. Proposals must be submitted via email to Tania Morelos, City Clerk, by September 4, 2026. Questions should be directed to Aaron Garza, City Administrator.
Weekly reports on bill activity, Summaries of legislation, Drafted testimony, Talking points, Monthly billing invoices
Qualifications of the individual or firm, meeting City needs, best fit
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Summary
The City of Othello is seeking proposals from individuals or firms to provide state-level contract lobbying and government relations services.
The selected contractor will represent the City's interests with the Washington State Legislature, foster partnerships with state delegations, and assist in developing annual legislative priorities. Specific duties include tracking bill activity, monitoring committee hearings, drafting testimony, and identifying state grant programs or funding opportunities such as those related to the Columbia Basin Sustainable Water Coalition (CBSWC). The contract term is one year with up to four annual renewals for a total of five years. Proposals must be submitted via email to Tania Morelos, City Clerk, by September 4, 2026. Questions should be directed to Aaron Garza, City Administrator.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Qualifications of the individual or firm
- Meeting City needs
- Best fit
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Weekly reports on bill activity
- Summaries of legislation
- Drafted testimony
- Talking points
- Monthly billing invoices
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Key staff resumes
- Monthly retainer fee
- Three references
- W-9
- City of Othello Business License
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Othello, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Othello?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Tania Morelos.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Othello in WA, 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 Tania Morelos at (509) 488-5686. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Weekly reports on bill activity, Summaries of legislation, Drafted testimony, Talking points, Monthly billing invoices. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Qualifications of the individual or firm, meeting City needs, best fit" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Othello?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Othello are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Othello 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 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Key staff resumes, monthly retainer fee, three references, W-9, City of Othello Business License. Review the full document from City of Othello for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Othello, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.