RFQ #2022-69

Clackamas County has issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ #2022-69) seeking a professional consultant to provide state lobbying and consulting services for the 2023 and 2024 legislative sessions. The procurement targets an experienced independent consultant who will work closely with the county's Public & Government Affairs (PGA) and Health, Housing, and Human Services (H3S) Departments. Primary responsibilities include representing the county at the Oregon State Legislature, advocating for county legislative priorities, monitoring legislative activities, engaging with legislative offices, and providing regular status reports. Evaluation criteria will consider firm experience, staff qualifications, proposed approach to legislative objectives, references, and pricing. The RFQ was posted on June 15, 2022, with a response deadline of June 30, 2022. Potential consultants must demonstrate expertise in working with municipal governments or comparable agencies on state lobbying services and provide detailed information about their firm's capabilities, staff qualifications, understanding of requested tasks, and a comprehensive fee schedule.

The RFQ does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The document indicates Clackamas County reserves the right to reject any or all quotes submitted. The procurement anticipates a two-year contract with a maximum budget of $145,000 for lobbying and consulting services. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the available documentation. The selected consultant will be expected to integrate seamlessly with the county's existing governmental affairs infrastructure, particularly within the PGA and H3S departments. Proposals should comprehensively address the county's legislative priorities and demonstrate the consultant's ability to effectively navigate and influence the Oregon State Legislature. The contract appears designed to secure professional representation and strategic advocacy for Clackamas County's interests during the 2023 and 2024 legislative sessions.