RFP 26-05 FEDERAL LOBBYING SERVICES

Back to Bid Search RFP 26-05 FEDERAL LOBBYING SERVICES RFP 26-05 Closed Bid Information Documents Addenda/Emails Q&A Prospective Bidders Subcontractor Ads Bid Results Awards Bid Detail Project Title RFP 26-05 FEDERAL LOBBYING SERVICES Invitation # RFP 26-05 Bid Posting Date 09/25/2025 11:29 AM (PDT) Project Stage Closed Bid Due Date 11/20/2025 3:00 PM (PDT) Response Format Electronic Project Type RFP (Request for Proposal) Response Types Cost File Response A - Proposal (required) Response B - Exhibits (required) Response C - Cost File (required) Type of Award Lump Sum Categories 488999 - All Other Support Activities for Transportation 541110 - Offices of Lawyers 541199 - All Other Legal Services 541618 - Other Management Consulting Services 561990 - All Other Support Services 921120 - Legislative Bodies 921140 - Executive and Legislative Offices, Combined 921190 - Other General Government Support 922130 - Legal Counsel and Prosecution Department Transit Address 400 South Taylor Ave Montebello, California 90640 County Los Angeles Bid Valid Liquidated Damages Estimated Bid Value Start/Delivery Date Project Duration Bid Bond Bid Bond 5.00% Payment Bond 0.00% Performance Bond 5.00% Pre-Bid Meeting Information Pre-Bid Meeting Yes Meeting Type Onsite Date & Time 10/09/2025 1:00 PM (PDT) Address Zoom (Meeting Link: to be provided via addendum) Attendance Required No Online Q&A Online Q&A Yes Q&A Deadline 10/23/2025 3:00 PM (PDT) Contact Information Contact Info Mark Jimenez 323-558-1625 x1105 [email protected] Bids to Mark Jimenez Owner's Agent City of Montebello Description Scope of Services The City of Montebello (City), Montebello Bus Lines (MBL), is seeking proposals from fully qualified and experienced consultant s, licensed in the State of California, to provide strategic advocacy services that advance the City’s legislative and funding priorities at the federal level. The selected firm will serve as the City’s representative in Washington, D.C., offering expert guidance on legislative strategy, identifying federal funding opportunities, and advocating for policies that align with the City’s goals. The firm will be expected to track key legislation, draft policy materials, support the preparation and submission of grant applications, and coordinate meetings with members of Congress, federal agencies, and other stakeholders. If selected, the firm will collaborate with City leadership to develop a comprehensive federal legislative agenda and facilitate an annual lobbying trip to the capital. Additionally, the consultant will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and safety standards throughout the contract term. The City operates MBL to provide reliable and efficient public transportation services to the residents of Montebello and neighboring communities. As the third-largest municipal bus system in Los Angeles County, MBL proudly serves 2.6 million passengers a year throughout the communities of Alhambra, Bell Gardens, San Gabriel, Boyle Heights, Commerce, Downtown Los Angeles, East Los Angeles, La Mirada, Montebello, Monterey Park, Pico Rivera, Rosemead, South Gate, and Whittier. The City seeks to form a partnership with a vendor committed to delivering exceptional results while adhering to industry standards. The City reserves the right to delete any item from the contract. In addition, the City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive information or irregularities to the extent permitted by law in any proposal received, and to be the sole judge of the merits of the respective proposals received. Other Details Notes Special Notices Local Programs & Policies