Town of Cave Creek - Municipal Government Relations & Lobbying Services - 2026
Town of Cave CreekCity · Cave Creek, AZ- Due
- Nov 9, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Monique Harris
- (480) 437-3585
The 30-second brief
The Town of Cave Creek, AZ seeks proposals from qualified firms to provide Arizona state legislative advocacy, monitoring, and strategic government relations services. The selected firm will serve as a strategic partner to advance the Town's legislative priorities, monitor state legislation, advise leadership, and support the annual Legislative Policy Agenda. Optional services include federal legislative monitoring and lobbying, grant coordination, and grant writing. Responses are due by November 9, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov Procurement Portal. Evaluation will be based on overall value, considering experience, qualifications, approach, and pricing.
Governmental Relations and Lobbying Experience, Qualifications of Team, Method of Approach, Communication & Responsiveness, Pricing
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Summary
The Town of Cave Creek, AZ seeks proposals from qualified firms to provide Arizona state legislative advocacy, monitoring, and strategic government relations services.
The selected firm will serve as a strategic partner to advance the Town's legislative priorities, monitor state legislation, advise leadership, and support the annual Legislative Policy Agenda. Optional services include federal legislative monitoring and lobbying, grant coordination, and grant writing. Responses are due by November 9, 2026, and must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov Procurement Portal. Evaluation will be based on overall value, considering experience, qualifications, approach, and pricing.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Governmental Relations and Lobbying Experience
- Qualifications of Team
- Method of Approach
- Communication & Responsiveness
- Pricing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Cover Letter
- Qualifications
- Team Members
- Relevant Experience
- References
- Sample Reports
- Proposed Services
- Cost Proposal
- Acknowledgment of Request
- Addenda Acknowledgment
- Pricing Certification
- Conflict of Interest
- Authorized Representative
- Public Records and Confidentiality
- Form W-9
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cavecreekaz
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Cave Creek, AZ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Cave Creek?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cavecreekaz. For questions, contact Monique Harris.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Cave Creek in AZ, 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 Monique Harris at (480) 437-3585. 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: "Governmental Relations and Lobbying Experience, Qualifications of Team, Method of Approach, Communication & Responsiveness, Pricing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Cave Creek?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Cave Creek are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Cave Creek 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 9, 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: Cover Letter, Qualifications, Team Members, Relevant Experience, References, Sample Reports, Proposed Services, Cost Proposal, Acknowledgment of Request, Addenda Acknowledgment, Pricing Certification,. Review the full document from Town of Cave Creek for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cave Creek, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.