Lobbyist Services

Adams State University (ASU) is seeking a lobbyist services contract through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) to represent the university's interests in the Colorado State Legislature. The one-year contract, beginning September 15, 2023, has potential renewal options for up to four additional one-year terms, not exceeding a total of five years. The selected lobbyist will be responsible for developing a legislative agenda and strategy, representing ASU to state lawmakers and policymakers, monitoring key legislative committees, facilitating meetings, attending stakeholder events, tracking pending legislation, providing regular updates, and hosting an annual lobby day at the State Capitol. Minimum mandatory qualifications for bidders include at least four years of experience in legislative affairs or working with the Colorado State General Assembly, demonstrated communication skills, and experience in higher education matters. The university will evaluate bids based on cost, minimum qualifications, experience with higher education institutions, effectiveness in lobbying the Colorado Legislature, and conformity to bid specifications. Bids are due by July 7, 2023, at 12:00 P.M. Mountain Time, with an anticipated vendor award by July 31, 2023, and contract finalization by August 25, 2023.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention any set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement appears to be open to qualified lobbyist firms or individual lobbyists with the requisite experience in legislative advocacy. While no incumbent vendor is identified in the documentation, the bid requires vendors to submit detailed pricing for annual services, which will be billed by ASU in twelve equal monthly installments. The pricing should be comprehensive, including travel and related expenses associated with representing the university's legislative interests. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the contract structure suggests an annual recurring investment in professional lobbying services designed to advance Adams State University's legislative priorities and institutional objectives.