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Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority·Ohio

TARTA Federal Advocacy Services

Closes 3/20/2026$100k – $500kRequest for Qualification
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The Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) is seeking a consultant to provide federal advocacy services. The selected consultant will be responsible for lobbying and advocating on behalf of TARTA at the federal level. The consultant should have experience in federal advocacy and lobbying, and be familiar with the relevant laws and regulations. The scope of work includes providing consulting services related to federal advocacy, and the consultant should be able to demonstrate their ability to effectively advocate for TARTA's interests. Some key aspects of the job include: • Providing consulting services related to federal advocacy • Lobbying and advocating on behalf of TARTA at the federal level • Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations, including the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment and the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 • Ability to effectively advocate for TARTA's interests • Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to lobbying and advocacy

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Contact

Sam Melden

smelden@tarta.com

(419) 245-5222

Key dates

Opened
2/12/2026
Questions due
3/6/2026
Closes
3/20/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Qualification
Industry
Government
NAICS
541910
Solicitation №
2026-RFQ-050

Budget estimate

$100,000 – $500,000

Given the nature of the services being requested, it is likely that the budget for this contract will be substantial, potentially exceeding $100,000. The exact amount will depend on the scope of work, the consultant's experience and qualifications, and the level of advocacy required. Factors that may influence the budget include the complexity of the issues being advocated for, the level of resistance or opposition from other stakeholders, and the consultant's ability to effectively navigate the federal advocacy landscape. Based on these factors, a reasonable estimate for the budget could be in the range of $100,000 to $500,000.

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