City of Valdez Request for Qualifications - Federal Lobbying 2025
City of ValdezCity · Valdez, AK- Due
- Dec 23, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 2, 2025
- Primary contact
- Nathan Duval
The 30-second brief
The City of Valdez, Alaska is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from firms to provide federal lobbying services. The selected consultant will assist the City in achieving articulated federal priorities, including advocating for increased Coast Guard presence in Prince William Sound and supporting 2026 Council goals related to housing stock increases, childcare facility development, and critical infrastructure maintenance. The scope also covers interests in the Trans Alaska Pipeline System, commercial fisheries, and tourism. Proposals must be submitted electronically to City Manager Nathan Duval by December 23, 2025, at 4:00 PM. A question deadline is set for December 16, 2025. Compliance with Alaska Employment Preference (AS 36.10) and prevailing wage rates is required.
Statement of Qualifications
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Summary
The City of Valdez, Alaska is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from firms to provide federal lobbying services.
The selected consultant will assist the City in achieving articulated federal priorities, including advocating for increased Coast Guard presence in Prince William Sound and supporting 2026 Council goals related to housing stock increases, childcare facility development, and critical infrastructure maintenance. The scope also covers interests in the Trans Alaska Pipeline System, commercial fisheries, and tourism. Proposals must be submitted electronically to City Manager Nathan Duval by December 23, 2025, at 4:00 PM. A question deadline is set for December 16, 2025. Compliance with Alaska Employment Preference (AS 36.10) and prevailing wage rates is required.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Statement of Qualifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Standard Specifications
- Standard Details
- Current State of Alaska Minimum Prevailing Wage Rates
- Title 36 Public Contracts
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Valdez, AK
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Valdez?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 23, 2025. 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 Nathan Duval.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Valdez in AK, 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 RFQ 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 Nathan Duval. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Valdez?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Valdez are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Valdez regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Standard Specifications, Standard Details, Current State of Alaska Minimum Prevailing Wage Rates, Title 36 Public Contracts. Review the full document from City of Valdez for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Valdez, AK. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.