Description
This solicitation seeks a qualified consultant to provide comprehensive lobbying services for the Wilmington Urban Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (WMPO). The contractor will advocate on WMPO’s legislative agenda, maintain liaison with state and federal legislators, monitor relevant legislation, draft proposals, and produce briefing materials. The scope includes continuous lobbying of the NC General Assembly, U.S. Congress, and federal executive agencies, as well as reporting progress to WMPO leadership. The award will be based on criteria‑based evaluation emphasizing experience with North Carolina municipalities/MPOs, staff qualifications, and overall firm expertise.
• Targeted lobbying at state and federal levels for transportation‑related funding and policy.
• Required deliverables: legislative reviews, draft bills, briefing packages, status reports.
• Vendor must demonstrate prior public‑sector lobbying work, maintain appropriate insurance, and make a good‑faith effort to use minority‑owned subcontractors.