Description
This solicitation seeks a consultant to provide comprehensive lobbying and legislative‑advocacy services for the Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization. The contractor will lobby state and federal legislatures, serve as the primary liaison with elected officials, review and draft legislative proposals, monitor relevant bills, and prepare briefing materials to advance WMPO’s transportation priorities.
• Scope includes continuous lobbying of the NC General Assembly, U.S. Congress, and federal executive agencies on WMPO’s legislative agenda.
• Deliverables consist of legislative analysis, draft bills, status reports, and presentation materials for meetings with legislators.
• Vendor must demonstrate prior lobbying experience with NC municipalities, counties, or MPOs, provide qualified staff credentials, and comply with MBE/DBE participation and extensive insurance requirements.