State Legislative Consulting & Lobbying Services

The City of Wichita is seeking a qualified firm to provide State Legislative Consulting & Lobbying Services through Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 250299, targeting comprehensive legislative representation for the City Manager's Office. The selected consultant will serve as the primary state legislative and agency liaison, responsible for tracking state legislation, coordinating meetings with legislators, and developing the city's annual state legislative agenda. Key deliverables include weekly updates during legislative sessions and ongoing reporting of legislative and agency actions relevant to the city's interests. Proposers must demonstrate a minimum of 5 years' experience in similar services and compliance with federal, state, and local laws. The evaluation criteria will be comprehensive, including 10% for ability to meet proposal terms, 35% for project understanding, 35% for technical qualifications, 10% for references, and 10% for cost. The solicitation was released on October 1, 2025, with electronic proposals due by 5:00 PM on October 17, 2025, and a tentative award date of November 3, 2025. The contract will initially be for one year with four potential one-year renewal options.

The City of Wichita encourages participation from emerging and disadvantaged businesses, signaling potential set-aside or preference considerations for such vendors. While a specific budget is not explicitly stated, the RFP indicates compensation will be structured through pre-determined fees for specific tasks. Insurance requirements are substantial, mandating commercial general liability, automobile liability, workers' compensation, and employers' liability coverage. The procurement approach emphasizes evaluating proposals based on the greatest benefit to the city, rather than solely on lowest cost. Proposers will need to demonstrate a nuanced understanding of state legislative processes, strong communication capabilities, and a proven track record of effectively representing municipal interests at the state level. The city's procurement strategy appears designed to secure a highly qualified legislative consulting partner capable of strategically advancing the city's policy and funding objectives through expert state-level engagement.