When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 29, 2026.

It was issued by King County. The work is located in Seattle, Washington, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Government relations or public affairs consulting firm with state-level legislative expertise. Experience supporting county or municipal government clients. Strong background in legislative monitoring, policy analysis, and advocacy strategy. Established relationships with Washington state elected officials and public-sector stakeholders. Ability to assess fiscal, operational, and strategic impacts of legislation and regulation. Firm with senior advisors experienced in stakeholder engagement and executive-level reporting.

State Government Relations Consultant Services (Due July 29, 2026)

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Seattle, Washington, United StatesPosted: July 11th, 2026Deadline: July 29th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Washington county government is seeking a consultant to provide state government relations, legislative monitoring, and strategic policy advisory services. The one-year engagement focuses on advancing legislative priorities and supporting advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and policy analysis.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

The initial term of the contract is one year, with the option to extend for up to a total contract term of five years.

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

King County

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DESCRIPTION

A county in Washington is seeking a contractor to provide state government relations consultant services for a one-year contract term. The selected consultant will support the county's legislative priorities through state legislative affairs, government relations, policy analysis, and strategic advisory services.

Scope of work includes developing and advancing the legislative agenda, monitoring and analyzing legislative activity, and providing strategic advice related to state governmental affairs. The consultant will also help strengthen relationships with elected officials and partner organizations, identify policy risks and opportunities, and support advocacy efforts and policy development.

Additional responsibilities include legislative monitoring and tracking, strategy and advocacy support, stakeholder engagement, and coordination of legislative relationships with county leadership. The consultant is expected to track bills, amendments, budget proposals, and regulatory actions, while evaluating their operational, fiscal, and strategic impacts on the county.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 29, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by King County. The work is located in Seattle, Washington, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Government relations or public affairs consulting firm with state-level legislative expertise
Experience supporting county or municipal government clients
Strong background in legislative monitoring, policy analysis, and advocacy strategy
Established relationships with Washington state elected officials and public-sector stakeholders
Ability to assess fiscal, operational, and strategic impacts of legislation and regulation
Firm with senior advisors experienced in stakeholder engagement and executive-level reporting

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