Lobbyist - State and Federal

The Board of County Commissioners of Escambia County, Florida is requesting proposals for professional lobbying services before the Florida Legislature, state and federal officials, administrative agencies, and the Governor and Cabinet, with proposals due June 29, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.

The scope includes advocacy on County matters across state and federal levels; monthly progress reporting to the County Administrator; alerting the County to pending appropriations or funding actions; securing state and federal assistance for infrastructure, highways, environmental, and FEMA-related initiatives; advocating on County positions regarding Medicaid, criminal justice, environmental issues, transportation funding, economic development, transit, and health insurance; and opposing unfunded mandates and revenue-preempting measures. Proposers must demonstrate direct access to elected officials, current availability for reasonable meetings with the Board and County staff, and capacity to establish government meetings on County behalf.

The contract term is thirty-six months with an option to renew for two additional twelve-month periods, up to a maximum of sixty months total, subject to mutual agreement and appropriation of funds.

Evaluation occurs in two phases. Phase 1 assesses submitted proposals on qualifications (40 points), experience with other governmental entities (30 points), and technical approach (30 points). Shortlisted firms advance to Phase 2 interviews and oral presentations.

Proposers must submit staff resumes, professional credentials, current Florida public entity client lists, references, technical approach descriptions, proof of licensing and business authority, and proof of insurance: Workers Compensation with statutory limits, General Liability of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million annual aggregate, Business Auto Liability of $1 million per accident, and Professional Liability of $1 million per wrongful act and $2 million aggregate. Submissions must also include E-Verify certification, sworn statements regarding public entity crimes, anti-human trafficking affidavits, conflict of interest forms, drug-free workplace certifications, and scrutinized companies certifications. The deadline for questions is June 12, 2026. Either party may terminate with thirty days' written notice; the awarded firm may terminate for good cause with ninety days' notice.