Federal Lobbyist Services

The City of Cincinnati is seeking a qualified federal lobbyist to serve as the primary conduit between the City and federal officials. The contractor will be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with federal agencies, monitoring legislation, arranging meetings, advocating on the City’s behalf, and delivering monthly activity reports. The contract is a fixed‑fee, one‑year term with two optional one‑year renewals, and requires the contractor to be a registered vendor in the City’s Vendor Self‑Service system, carry required insurance, and comply with Ohio public‑records and DEI requirements. • Core duties include federal agency communications, legislative monitoring, and arranging/attending meetings for City officials. • Monthly detailed reporting to the City Manager is mandatory. • Contractor must submit a Statement of Qualifications by March 16, 2022, and may not subcontract without prior City approval.