San Mateo County - State Legislative Advocacy Services - RFP No. 2027-RFP-00130 (2026)
San Mateo County, San Mateo County, CA·County
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- Primary Contact
- Connie Juarez-Diroll · (650) 599-1341
- Contract Term
- 2 years
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope Location
- Redwood City, CA
- Submission Address
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/smcgov
SUMMARY
The County of San Mateo seeks an experienced legislative advocacy consultant or firm to provide strategic advocacy and lobbying services in support of the County's state legislative agenda and initiatives. Key services include monitoring and analyzing state legislation, budget trailer bills, and regulatory actions, developing legislative platforms, direct advocacy before the State Legislature and Governor's Office, coalition building, and budget advocacy. The contract term is two years with one optional one-year extension. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026, via the eProcurement portal. A notice of interest / question deadline is set for October 16, 2026. Evaluation criteria include project approach, firm qualifications, team qualifications, and price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Project Approach (30%), Firm Qualifications (25%), Team Qualifications (20%), Price (25%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Written legislative/regulatory update, High-priority bill/issue alerts, Position letters, Standing coordination call with County staff, Board presentation on legislative priorities and outlook, End-of-session summary report, Annual legislative platform/program development support, In-person meetings with delegation and/or County staff, Form 700 / lobbying registration filings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Technical Proposal, Fee Proposal, SMC_LocalBusiness_self-attestation, Form 700, IRS Form 990
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from San Mateo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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/smcgov. For questions, contact Connie Juarez-Diroll.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Project Approach (30%), Firm Qualifications (25%), Team Qualifications (20%), Price (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Mateo County?
All active and historical solicitations from San Mateo County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Mateo County 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 October 29, 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: Technical Proposal, Fee Proposal, SMC_LocalBusiness_self-attestation, Form 700, IRS Form 990. Review the full document from San Mateo County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Mateo County in CA, 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 Connie Juarez-Diroll at (650) 599-1341. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Redwood City, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Written legislative/regulatory update, High-priority bill/issue alerts, Position letters, Standing coordination call with County staff, Board presentation on legislative priorities and outlook, End-of-session summary report, Annual legislative platform/program development support, In-person meetings. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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