902648 RFP Federal Legislative Advocacy Services

The County of Alameda is seeking a full-service federal legislative advocate to work in a proactive manner to protect and advance the County's interests on the federal level. The legislative advocate will work with the Board of Supervisors, the Personnel/Administration/Legislation (PAL) Board Committee, department heads, and/or designated departmental staff on a proactive legislative agenda and federal rulemaking to advance and protect the County's interests. The contractor will provide various services including developing strategic plans, lobbying, and providing weekly emails regarding budget and/or legislative updates. • The contractor must possess the ability to initiate, develop, and carry out effective strategies to influence legislative and administrative activities and effectively lobby on behalf of the County. • The contractor will act as the Washington D.C. representative of the County and provide services such as assisting the County in developing strong relationships with the East Bay congressional delegation, congressional leaders, the White House Administration, and Federal Agencies. • The contractor will provide logistical support, including arranging appointments and meetings with members of Congress and leaders of federal agencies, as needed or requested. • The contractor will lead the County in developing and implementing an effective federal advocacy strategy and legislative program to influence federal laws, programs, and policies as they relate to County priorities, programs, and operations.