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DESCRIPTION
The City of Folly Beach, South Carolina, seeks a qualified vendor to provide state-level legislative monitoring and lobbying services. The selected provider will assist the city with advocacy, legislative monitoring, reporting, and analysis related to proposed legislation that may affect municipal interests.
Relevant topics may include beach preservation, short-term rentals, taxation, permitting, home rule, transportation, and public infrastructure. Services will include ongoing legislative monitoring and reporting, along with lobbying support on matters affecting the city.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Must have a minimum of five years of relevant experience within the organization for the account manager
- Account manager must have extensive knowledge of the offeror's operation and experience conducting similar projects
- Must provide at least three references
- Must provide a detailed fee schedule
- Must provide a current copy of IRS Form W9
- Must maintain commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence
- Must demonstrate workers' compensation coverage for field crews
- Must comply with Title 8, Chapter 14 of the South Carolina Code of Laws
- Must be able to provide indemnification and hold harmless documentation
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TIMELINE
Proposals must be received by November 18th, 2026.
Proposals will be opened at 2:05 p.m. on November 18th, 2026.
Evaluation of qualifications will be conducted from November 19th, 2026 through December 4th, 2026.
The selection decision will be made by City Council resolution on December 8th, 2026.
Issuing Agency
City Of Folly Beach
CONTACTS
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the submission deadline?
- Submissions are due November 18, 2026.
- Who issued this RFP?
- It was issued by City Of Folly Beach. The work is located in Folly Beach, South Carolina, United States.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- Government relations or public affairs firm with state-level lobbying expertise
- Proven experience monitoring and analyzing proposed legislation
- Strong background advocating on municipal, coastal, infrastructure, or land-use issues
- Established relationships with South Carolina state legislators and government stakeholders
- Capability to provide timely legislative reporting and strategic advice
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