Greater Orlando Aviation Authority State Lobbyist Services - 26-117-ITN (2026)
Greater Orlando Aviation AuthorityAirport Authority · Orlando, FL- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kenyatta Lee
- (407) 752-4822
The 30-second brief
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority is soliciting proposals for state governmental relations consulting services for Orlando International Airport and Orlando Executive Airport under solicitation 26-117-ITN. The selected consultant will provide comprehensive legislative monitoring, advocacy, state governmental regulatory representation, and strategic policy updates. Services include tracking pending legislation, coordinating meetings with key state officials, maximizing transportation funding and FDOT appropriations, and managing stakeholder relationships. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, with a pre-submittal meeting on October 12, 2026, and question deadline on October 20, 2026.
Monthly Reports, Legislative Session Reports, End-of-Session Report
Relevant Experience and Qualifications of Respondent Firm and Feedback from References (30%), Relevant Experience and Qualifications of Key Personnel (20%), Approach, Methodology and SLAs Compliance (25%), Respondent's Operational Plan (15%), Other Requirements (5%), Pricing (5%)
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Summary
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority is soliciting proposals for state governmental relations consulting services for Orlando International Airport and Orlando Executive Airport under solicitation 26-117-ITN. The selected consultant will provide comprehensive legislative monitoring, advocacy, state governmental regulatory representation, and strategic policy updates.
Services include tracking pending legislation, coordinating meetings with key state officials, maximizing transportation funding and FDOT appropriations, and managing stakeholder relationships. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, with a pre-submittal meeting on October 12, 2026, and question deadline on October 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Relevant Experience and Qualifications of Respondent Firm and Feedback from References (30%), Relevant Experience and Qualifications of Key Personnel (20%), Approach, Methodology and SLAs Compliance (25%), Respondent's Operational Plan (15%), Other Requirements (5%), Pricing (5%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Monthly Reports
- Legislative Session Reports
- End-of-Session Report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- W-9 Form
- Registration with the State of Florida
- Employment Verification; Use of E-Verify
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Certification Regarding Prohibition Against Contracting with Scrutinized Companies
- Discriminatory Vendor List Certification
- Acknowledgement of Addenda
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure
- Public Entity Crimes Certification
- Registration for Performance Management System (Procurated/Canary)
- Prohibition of Covered Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/goaa
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Orlando, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Greater Orlando Aviation Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/goaa. For questions, contact Kenyatta Lee.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Greater Orlando Aviation Authority 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 Kenyatta Lee at (407) 752-4822. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Monthly Reports, Legislative Session Reports, End-of-Session Report. 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: "Relevant Experience and Qualifications of Respondent Firm and Feedback from References (30%), Relevant Experience and Qualifications of Key Personnel (20%), Approach, Methodology and SLAs Compliance (..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Greater Orlando Aviation Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Greater Orlando Aviation Authority are tracked and searchable. As a airport authority agency, Greater Orlando Aviation Authority 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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: W-9 Form, Registration with the State of Florida, Employment Verification; Use of E-Verify, Drug-Free Workplace Certification, Certification Regarding Prohibition Against Contracting with Scrutinized. Review the full document from Greater Orlando Aviation Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orlando, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.