MRB-58535 - USA (South Carolina) - Federal Government Relations Services - Deadline December 9,2026

(1) Vendor needs to provide federal government relations services that can build and maintain positive relationships with current congressional and administrative officials, federal agencies, and their staffs, as well as act as an advocate on legislation, regulations, and other issues that impact the city at the federal level.• Assisting city staff and council in preparing annual legislative agenda to address needs and concerns for city.• Meeting with the city manager, city council, and other key city personnel, as needed, to outline an effective strategy for seeking appropriations.• Provide strategic advice on trends in federal funding initiatives.• Provide ongoing counsel and assistance with all grant and appropriations submissions within established deadlines and utilize the firm’s relationships to make appropriate contacts with elected and administration officials and agencies in pursuit of funding.• Determine federal funding opportunities through authorization legislation.• Identify and target federal agencies for funding based on the city’s strengths and existing relationships.• Coordinate meetings between relevant federal officials and the city to promote city’s federal priorities.(2) All questions must be submitted no later than November 20, 2026.