Scope of work
Provide federal lobbying, government relations, legislative monitoring, funding opportunity identification, congressional and federal-agency engagement, and strategic advice for Williamsburg. Initial priorities cover pedestrian safety, water and stormwater, public safety infrastructure, and walkability. Deliverables include an initial work plan, monthly activity reports and quarterly strategy reviews. The initial term is two years, with up to three one-year renewals. Offerors must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience, applicable lobbying registration/compliance, a Washington, D.C. office or reliable operational presence, bipartisan capability and public-sector funding experience. No pre-proposal conference is required. Proposals are due November 19, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Williamsburg local time.
Opportunity details
- Issuing agency
- City of Williamsburg
- Location
- Williamsburg, Virginia
- Category
- Professional services
- Notice type
- Bid notice
- Published
- Oct 20, 2026
- Source status
- Open
- Eligibility / qualifications
- The anticipated contract term will consist of an initial two-year period, with the option for the City to renew the contract for up to three additional one-year periods. The maximum potential contract term, including all renewals, will be five years. Renewal options will be exercised at the City’s sole discretion, subject to satisfactory performance, continued need, available funding, mutually agreed compensation where applicable, and compliance with the contract and applicable law.
- Pre-bid meeting
- None