Legislative Lobbying Services

The Columbia Public School District awarded a single‑source contract for Legislative Lobbying Services to J. Bardgett & Associates, a consulting firm based in Chesterfield, MO, with an annual budget of $72,000. The engagement is intended to provide ongoing advocacy and legislative liaison support on behalf of the district. This contract represents a modest‑size, one‑year consulting arrangement focused on influencing state‑level policy decisions relevant to public education. • Scope: Legislative lobbying and government‑relations services for the school district. • Value: $72,000 annual budget, indicating a full‑time or near‑full‑time lobbying effort. • Awarded Vendor: J. Bardgett & Associates (Chesterfield, MO). • Agency: Columbia Public School District, Missouri. • Status: Awarded on June 24 2024; no further deadlines or renewal terms disclosed.