State Government Relations Support

The Pinellas Planning Council, also known as Forward Pinellas, is seeking a qualified firm to provide State Government Relations Support. The selected consultant will be responsible for developing and implementing a strategy to support, oppose, or amend pending legislation that may affect Forward Pinellas and its work with local government partners. The consultant will also provide ongoing support, including attending relevant local meetings, providing timely information to the Legislature and other state agencies, and working with Forward Pinellas staff to review filed, active, and pending legislation. The scope of work includes tasks such as project management, meetings, and deliverables. The consultant must meet the minimum requirements, including providing all specified information, documents, and attachments, and must be registered with the Florida Division of Corporations. • The consultant will develop and implement a strategy for the support, opposition, or amendment of pending legislation. • The consultant will attend relevant local meetings and provide timely information to the Legislature and other state agencies. • The consultant will work with Forward Pinellas staff to review filed, active, and pending legislation. • The consultant will provide weekly reports and a final report at the conclusion of each legislative session. • The consultant will provide an annual summary of legislative activities, results, and analysis of the impacts to Forward Pinellas.