Government Relations Services

The City of Bend is seeking a contractor to provide specialized government relations services focused on Oregon state legislative advocacy, with potential federal advocacy coordination or future services.

City of Bend


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27-4119
Oct 02, 2026 10:00 PM
Sep 02, 2026 10:00 PM
2 years base + 3 × 1 year options
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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Proposal, Exhibit B - Statement of Assurances & Certifications
Description

The City of Bend is requesting proposals from a qualified contractor to represent the City in specialized government relations efforts. The initial focus is state legislative advocacy in Oregon, including building and maintaining constructive working relationships to address issues affecting cities and the City of Bend as a fast-growing community. Proposers must explain how they would coordinate with a separately contracted federal lobbyist or describe federal advocacy services that could be added later. The contract will have an initial two-year term with three optional one-year extensions. Exhibit A contains the detailed scope of work, and Exhibit B, Statement of Assurances & Certifications, is identified as a required submission item.

Classification Codes
NAICS541820Public Relations Agencies
PSCR406Policy Review/Development Services
Smart Codes
government relations consultingstate legislative advocacyfederal lobbying coordination
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Sep 2, 2026-Open Date
Oct 2, 2026-Close Date
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