Federal Lobbying Services

The City of Cincinnati is seeking a federal lobbyist to provide comprehensive lobbying services, including producing measurable results in achieving federal funding awards and developing/executing strategies to secure legislative and executive action favorable to the City. The successful Offeror will demonstrate a strong background in issues of importance to the City and will be able to establish a strong identity and presence in Washington, D.C. on behalf of the City. The scope of services includes relationship-building and representation of the City, legislative/regulatory tracking and support, funding opportunities, advisory services, and reporting. Some key responsibilities of the federal lobbyist include: • Establishing a strong identity and presence in Washington, D.C. on behalf of the City • Acting as an official representative of the City with Members of Congress, federal governmental agencies, and persons involved in governmental affairs affecting the City • Proactively identifying, monitoring, and providing regular written updates regarding federal legislation and federal agency decision and rule-making processes that impact the City • Providing timely updates and analysis on legislative developments • Assisting in the preparation of federal appropriations requests and submitting them on behalf of the City • Reviewing federal agency grant opportunities and providing a weekly electronic summary