BRDCOM-S3811 SOW.pdf

State of Nevada

Physical Therapy Board

Contract Term: Two years, with a possible two-year extension

The Nevada Physical Therapy Board (“CLIENT”) seeks a qualified contractor (“VENDOR”) to provide legislative affairs and government relations services during the 2026 interim and the 2027 Nevada Legislative Session.

VENDOR shall perform all services in a timely, professional, and diligent manner consistent with industry standards for legislative advocacy and governmental affairs representation. CLIENT shall compensate VENDOR pursuant to the terms of the executed contract.

A. 2026 Interim Activities

During the 2026 interim period, VENDOR shall:

1. Representation at Interim Proceedings

Work directly with the CLIENT Legislative Committee Chairperson and Executive Director to represent CLIENT at interim legislative committee meetings, study committees, regulatory workshops, budget discussions, and relevant state agency meetings that may affect CLIENT or the regulation of physical therapy.

2. Meeting Attendance

Attend Board meetings, Legislative Committee meetings, and related strategic planning meetings at CLIENT’s request. The anticipated number of meetings per year shall be defined in the final contract. Attendance beyond the agreed amount requires prior written approval.

3. Stakeholder Engagement

Develop and maintain productive working relationships with legislators, legislative staff, executive-branch officials, regulators, stakeholder organizations, and the Governor’s Office, as appropriate, to advance CLIENT’s public protection mission and policy objectives.

SCOPE OF SERVICES

LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SERVICES

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4. Legislative Monitoring and Advisement

Provide proactive analysis and strategic counsel regarding political developments, emerging policy trends, and interim proposals that may impact CLIENT’s statutory or regulatory authority.

5. Interim Reporting

Provide written legislative updates at least quarterly, and more frequently as circumstances warrant. Reports shall summarize relevant developments, risk assessments, stakeholder activity, and recommended strategic actions.

B. 2027 Legislative Session

During the 2027 Nevada Legislative Session, VENDOR shall provide full-service legislative representation, including:

1. Pre-Session Strategic Planning

In advance of the Session, collaborate with CLIENT to develop a written legislative strategy and agenda, including:

• Legislative priorities

• Bill draft requests (BDRs)

• Target sponsors and coalition partners

• Committee strategy

• Opposition risk assessment

• Communications planning (if applicable)

2. Legislative Representation

Attend legislative hearings, work sessions, meetings, and related activities necessary to advance or defend CLIENT’s legislative objectives.

3. Direct Advocacy and Relationship Management

Maintain ongoing communication with legislators, legislative staff, executive-branch officials, regulators, and stakeholders to present and advocate for CLIENT’s positions as directed by CLIENT.

4. Testimony and Negotiation

Coordinate, prepare, and, where directed, deliver testimony on behalf of CLIENT.

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• VENDOR shall not take a public position, submit written testimony, or represent CLIENT’s position without prior authorization from the Executive Director or designee.

• VENDOR may participate in negotiations, amendment discussions, and coalition strategy meetings consistent with CLIENT direction.

5. Legislative Process Management

Monitor committee and floor activity, amendment activity, deadlines, budget actions, and procedural developments to protect and promote CLIENT’s legislative interests.

C. Research and Policy Analysis

VENDOR shall:

1. Maintain a working knowledge of legislative and regulatory issues affecting physical therapy regulation, professional licensure, and public protection in Nevada.

2. Provide concise written bill summaries, impact analyses, and strategic recommendations on measures affecting CLIENT.

3. Identify potential statutory or regulatory changes that may strengthen CLIENT’s enforcement authority, operational efficiency, or public safety mission.

4. Provide comparative research (when requested) regarding similar legislation or regulatory approaches in other jurisdictions.

D. Strategy Development and Policy Support

VENDOR shall:

1. Collaborate with CLIENT to develop and refine legislative and regulatory strategies related to updates to the Physical Therapy Practice Act and associated regulations.

2. Assist in drafting, refining, and positioning legislative concepts and policy proposals.

3. Facilitate strategic planning discussions and prepare briefing materials, talking points, and background memoranda for Board leadership.

4. Support stakeholder outreach efforts and coalition-building initiatives aligned with

CLIENT objectives.

E. Legislative Tracking and Reporting

1. Identify and track all bills, budget items, and legislative measures that may affect CLIENT or the regulation of physical therapy.

2. Maintain a comprehensive bill-tracking report:

i. Updated at least weekly during the Legislative Session

ii. Identifying bill status, hearing dates, amendment activity, and recommended positions

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3. Provide immediate notice of hearings, work sessions, amendments, or developments affecting CLIENT priority measures.

F. Client Communication and Responsiveness

1. Maintain regular and proactive communication with CLIENT throughout the contract term.

2. Provide:

i. Monthly written reports during the interim

ii. Weekly written reports during the Legislative Session

iii. Additional briefings as requested

3. Respond to routine CLIENT inquiries within one business day and urgent matters as promptly as reasonably possible.

4. The Executive Director and Legislative Committee Chairperson shall serve as primary points of contact unless otherwise designated in writing.

G. Conflicts of Interest

1. At contract execution and annually thereafter, VENDOR shall disclose a list of current legislative clients in Nevada.

2. VENDOR shall promptly disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest and shall not represent adverse interests without CLIENT’s prior written informed consent.

3. CLIENT reserves the right to determine whether a disclosed conflict is acceptable.

H. Confidentiality

1. VENDOR shall maintain the confidentiality of all non-public information obtained in the course of this engagement.

2. Confidential information shall be used solely for purposes of performing services under the Agreement.

3. Disclosure shall be permitted only as required by law, including Nevada public records requirements.

4. Confidentiality obligations shall survive termination of the Agreement.

I. Compliance With Law and Professional Standards

1. VENDOR shall comply with all applicable federal and Nevada laws, regulations, and ethics requirements, including lobbying registration and reporting obligations.

2. VENDOR shall comply with all Nevada Legislative rules governing lobbyists and third-party advocates.

3. VENDOR shall maintain all required registrations and certifications throughout the contract term.

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J. Performance Standards and Deliverables

To ensure accountability and measurable performance, VENDOR shall:

1. Demonstrate regular and documented legislative engagement on CLIENT matters.

2. Provide written strategic plans prior to Session commencement.

3. Deliver timely reports meeting the cadence outlined above.

4. Maintain consistent availability during the Legislative Session.

5. Participate in post-Session debriefing and provide a written legislative outcomes report within 30 days following adjournment.