When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 19, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 9, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by City of Scottsdale. The work is located in Scottsdale, Arizona, United States.

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Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

Scottsdale, Arizona, United StatesPosted: October 22, 2026Deadline: November 19, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City of Scottsdale is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide comprehensive federal legislative advocacy, government relations, and strategic consulting services.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must comply with all applicable federal lobbying registration, reporting, ethics, and disclosure requirements
Must identify all current clients whose interests could reasonably conflict with the interests of the City
Must have the capacity to respond promptly to time-sensitive federal developments and City requests
Must provide on-the-ground representation in Washington, D.C. when necessary
Must maintain an active federal legislative, regulatory, and funding tracking process tailored to Scottsdale's priorities

BUDGET

Estimate

$150,000 – $500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

RFP Issue Date: October 22nd, 2026

Questions Due Date/Time: November 9th, 2026

RFP Due Date/Time: November 19th, 2026, 2:00 PM MST

QUESTION DEADLINE

November 9, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City of Scottsdale

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DESCRIPTION

The City of Scottsdale is seeking a qualified firm to represent and advance the City's interests before the United States Congress, Executive Branch, federal agencies, and other relevant federal entities. The selected firm will work closely with the City's Government Relations Office, the City Manager's Office, City Council, and appropriate City departments to advance federal legislative priorities, identify emerging federal issues, and provide strategic advice regarding federal policy, legislation, regulation, and funding. The initial contract term is one year, with the option to extend for four additional one-year periods.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 19, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 9, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City of Scottsdale. The work is located in Scottsdale, Arizona, United States.

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