RFP No. 1012-27-001 Federal Lobbying Services

This contract calls for a comprehensive federal lobbying program for GoTriangle, a regional transit authority in North Carolina. The contractor will provide strategic planning, congressional and agency engagement, annual appropriations tracking, competitive grant assistance, political‑environment analysis, and rigorous compliance and reporting. Work is performed under a fixed‑price monthly retainer with optional milestone‑based payments for out‑of‑scope services. The effort spans a two‑year term, with monthly activity reports, regular on‑site visits, and adherence to Byrd Amendment, Lobbying Disclosure Act, and related federal compliance requirements. • Scope covers legislative strategy, grant program advocacy, and agency liaison for USDOT/FTA. • Requires a Washington, DC presence, registered lobbyists, and detailed monthly reporting. • No subcontracting allowed; the contractor must maintain required insurance and conflict‑of‑interest disclosures.