State Lobbying Services

The Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) seeks a registered lobbying firm to provide comprehensive state‑level legislative, regulatory, and representation services for its public‑transit operations. The contractor will monitor California bills and regulations, develop advocacy strategies, draft legislative language, testify at hearings, and maintain regular communication with RTA. The contract is a firm‑fixed‑price, two‑year base term with three optional one‑year extensions, totaling up to five years of service. Key deliverables include monthly legislative status reports, quarterly lobbying filings, and ad‑hoc briefings or presentations as requested. • Legislative & policy analysis / monitoring of all state bills affecting RTA • Direct representation with California legislators, agencies, and stakeholders • Monthly reporting on bill impacts and regulatory activity; quarterly lobbying disclosures • Required experience: ≥5 years lobbying, recent (≤3 years) transit‑related work, established relationships in the California Legislature.