State Lobbyist Services for the City of Gallup

The City of Gallup, New Mexico is requesting competitive sealed proposals for state lobbyist services to represent the City before the New Mexico Legislature, Executive Branch, and state agencies, with proposals due August 20, 2026.

The selected contractor will serve as the City's primary representative in legislative advocacy, government relations, and policy influence. Responsibilities include advancing the City's legislative priorities, pursuing state funding opportunities including Capital Outlay appropriations, monitoring and influencing legislation affecting municipal operations, and building relationships with state officials and policymakers.

The contract term runs from 2026 through 2027, with the City holding an option to renew for up to three additional one-year periods through 2030 at mutually agreeable prices. Either party may terminate without cause upon thirty days' written notice, or for cause following a fifteen-day cure period after written notice of breach; safety-related violations require correction within twenty-four hours or face immediate termination.

The contractor is classified as an independent contractor and will not accrue leave, retirement, insurance, or other benefits afforded to City employees. The contractor must maintain detailed time records of services rendered, subject to inspection by the City of Gallup Finance Department, Personnel Department, and the New Mexico Auditor. The City reserves the right to audit billings before and after payment. Where applicable, the contractor shall obtain and maintain insurance at its own expense, naming the City as an additional insured with statutory limits for workers' compensation and Commercial General Liability. The contractor must comply with Federal and State equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination laws and maintain confidentiality of all information developed during contract performance without prior written City approval.