OPEN - Request for Proposals (RFP) for Intergovernmental Relations Consultant

New Orleans Redevelopment Authority (NORA) is a public agency charged with revitalization of underinvested areas in the City of New Orleans. To further its mission, NORA is seeking an experienced intergovernmental relations consultant with demonstrated experience working with governmental entities and the communities NORA serves. The consultant will act on behalf of NORA as a liaison to coordinate, facilitate and strengthen NORA’s relationships with federal, state, regional and local governments.

Respondents, whether individuals, firms, or teams, are expected to provide specific expertise in the following: governmental affairs, policy making, program implementation and resource allocation to assist with achieving NORA’s goals and objectives.

The successful respondent agrees that this solicitation, along with any work assignment arising from it, constitutes confidential information. Respondents further agree not to disclose such information except to NORA, to parties authorized by NORA, to governmental entities as required for permitting or compliance, or as otherwise required by a court of law.

Single copies of the RFP may be obtained on NORA’s website at www.noraworks.org or by contacting Audrey Plessy, Procurement Manager via telephone at (504) 658-4402 or email at Audrey.Plessy@nola.gov .

During the period between the issuance of this RFP and the due date, no oral interpretation of the RFP requirements will be provided to any prospective Offeror.  All questions and requests for interpretation must be submitted in writing to Audrey Plessy, Procurement Manager, via email at Audrey.Plessy@nola.gov . The deadline for submitting questions is Friday, June 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (CST). NORA will reasonably attempt to answer questions submitted in advance. All questions and answers will be provided via an addendum.

All proposals must be uploaded to an assigned shared folder no later than WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (CST).  All responses must be received by NORA on or before the submission deadline. Responses delivered after the deadline will not be considered.

NORA will not accept responses submitted by email or fax. All responses must be received by NORA on or before the Submission Deadline. NORA will not consider responses delivered after the deadline.

Full RFP with background and requirements: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS CONSULTANT

Addendum No. 1 - RFP for Intergovernmental Relations Consultant: Addendum No. 1

Brenda M. Breaux

Executive Director