Legislative Advocacy Services

The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District is seeking an experienced lobbying firm to provide legislative advocacy services aimed at advancing the District’s air‑quality and greenhouse‑gas reduction goals. The contractor will represent the District in state legislative matters, develop and execute political strategies, monitor and influence relevant legislation, prepare testimony, and file required political‑practice reports. The engagement is a 24‑month contract expected to start February 2027, with a monthly flat‑rate fee plus reimbursable expenses. Deliverables include monthly progress reports, regular coordination meetings with the District’s Air Pollution Control Officer, and quarterly filings with the Fair Political Practices Commission. The selection process includes a written proposal, possible interviews, and evaluation based on cost, qualifications, approach, staff expertise, and proposal quality. • Scope: Legislative lobbying, policy analysis, stakeholder coordination, report preparation, and compliance filings. • Duration: 24 months (Feb 2027 – Jan 2029). • Compensation: Monthly flat fee (to be proposed) plus reimbursement of actual expenses; no advance payments. • Submission deadline: 5:00 p.m. PST, 4 Dec 2026 via Public Purchase. • Evaluation criteria: Cost (20 pts), Engagement approach (15 pts), Qualifications (25 pts), Staff experience (30 pts), Proposal quality (10 pts). • Required attachments: Declaration of Campaign Contributions, Assurance & Certification forms, and a completed Payee Data Record.