CM-27-61 Government Relations and Lobbying Services

CITY OF ALBANY, OREGON
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
RFP #CM-27-61 State and Federal Legislative Lobbying Services
Proposals Due by 2:00 p.m., November 3, 2026
Notice is hereby given that the City of Albany (City), Oregon, is requesting proposals from
qualified and experienced governmental affairs and lobbying firms to provide strategic
advocacy and representation on behalf of the City before the Oregon State Legislature,
Oregon state agencies, the United States Congress, federal agencies, and other
governmental entities.
Time of is of the essence to establish a contract for professional governmental relations
services. The City intends to procure services for both State Government Relations and
Lobbying Services (Component A) and Federal Government Relations and Lobbying
Services (Component B). Proposers may submit proposals for either or both service
components. The City reserves the right to award separate contracts for Component A and
Component B, a single combined contract for both components, or multiple contracts as
determined to best meet the City's needs.
The term of each contract will be two years, with options to extend for two additional, two-
year terms.
The scope of service includes, but is not limited to:
* Monitor and analyze state and federal legislation, administrative rules, budget
proposals, and funding opportunities that may affect the City
* Develop and carry out advocacy strategies to advance the City's adopted legislative
priorities, including state and federal funding for transportation and other
infrastructure needs
* Develop and maintain relationships with legislators, the congressional delegation
and staff, and state and federal agencies
* Provide regular, timely reporting and communication to the City, including legislative
tracking during session
Solicitation documents may be downloaded from the City of Albany's website on the City's
Purchasing Page, under Finance, or examined at Albany City Hall, Finance Department,
333 Broadalbin Street SW, Albany, OR 97321, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. There is a $35 charge to receive a printed copy of the documents.
It is imperative that those who download the solicitation documents check the website
regularly for addenda, clarifications, and other notifications that may be pertinent.
Proposers are solely responsible for checking the website to determine if addenda or
clarifications have been issued. Submit questions regarding the solicitation to
contracts@albanyoregon.gov.
All proposal responses must be submitted by electronic means at the respective
project's Bid Submittal Location. All proposals must be received 2:00 p.m., November
3, 2026, or any extension of the time made by addendum. Proposals will be considered

time-stamped and received by the City at the time indicated on the City's email
confirmation response. The electronic submission shall include the project number and
name "RFP #CM-27-61 State and Federal Legislative Lobbying Services". Proposals
received after the closing date and time will not be opened or reviewed. There will be no
formal public opening. Proposals shall be valid for 120 days after opening unless
otherwise specified.
The City may reject any proposal not in compliance with all prescribed solicitation
procedures and requirements and other applicable law and may reject any or all proposals
in whole or in part when the cancellation or rejection is in the best interest of the City, and
at no cost to the City.
DATED THIS 12TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2026.
Lara Raggon
Contracts and Procurement Manager
PUBLISH: Daily Journal of Commerce, on Monday, October 12, 2026
City of Albany Website, on Monday, October 12, 2026