City of Waconia - Request for Proposal for Legislative Lobbying Services - 2026
City of WaconiaCity · Waconia, MN- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Shane Fineran
- (952) 442-3100
The 30-second brief
The City of Waconia seeks proposals from qualified providers of state-level lobbying services to represent the City at the Minnesota Legislature and State Executive branch agencies. Priority focus includes obtaining legislation for a local social district, local option sales tax, and funds for park facilities such as parks and recreation facilities, with a budget not to exceed $40,000 annually. The expected contract term is a minimum of two years commencing in January 2027 and running through November 30, 2028. Proposals are due by November 23rd, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. CST, and may be submitted via email, U.S. mail, overnight delivery, in-person, or via cloud technology such as Microsoft OneDrive.
Proposer's expertise and qualifications, experience of assigned individuals, success with other communities and agencies, proposed fee schedule and cost, ability to perform the work
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Summary
The City of Waconia seeks proposals from qualified providers of state-level lobbying services to represent the City at the Minnesota Legislature and State Executive branch agencies.
Priority focus includes obtaining legislation for a local social district, local option sales tax, and funds for park facilities such as parks and recreation facilities, with a budget not to exceed $40,000 annually. The expected contract term is a minimum of two years commencing in January 2027 and running through November 30, 2028. Proposals are due by November 23rd, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. CST, and may be submitted via email, U.S. mail, overnight delivery, in-person, or via cloud technology such as Microsoft OneDrive.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Proposer's expertise and qualifications
- Experience of assigned individuals
- Success with other communities and agencies
- Proposed fee schedule and cost
- Ability to perform the work
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Draft professional services agreement
- Fee schedule and proposed costs
- 2027 Legislative Priorities
- Submit to
- [email protected] / City of Waconia Administration, Attn: Shane Fineran, City Administrator, 201 S Vine Street, Waconia, MN 55387
- Duration
- 23 months
- Scope location
- Waconia, MN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Waconia?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] / City of Waconia Administration, Attn: Shane Fineran, City Administrator, 201 S Vine Street, Waconia, MN 55387. For questions, contact Shane Fineran.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Waconia in MN, 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 Shane Fineran at (952) 442-3100. 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: "Proposer's expertise and qualifications, experience of assigned individuals, success with other communities and agencies, proposed fee schedule and cost, ability to perform the work" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Waconia?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Waconia are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Waconia 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 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: draft professional services agreement, fee schedule and proposed costs, 2027 Legislative Priorities. Review the full document from City of Waconia for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Waconia, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
