New Orleans Regional Transit Authority Procureware #RFP 2026-014-1

RTA Solicits State Legislative Services for Transportation Initiatives

The New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA) is seeking a qualified firm to provide State Legislative Services to advance its transportation initiatives across Orleans, Jefferson, and St. Bernard Parishes. - Government Buyer: - Regional Transit Authority (RTA), Procurement Department, New Orleans - Services Requested: - State Legislative Services - Legislative advocacy and government relations at the state level - Engagement with Louisiana Legislature and Governor's Administration - Coordination with New Orleans Legislative Delegation and committees - Monitoring and reporting on legislative and regulatory developments - Strategic planning for appropriations and funding opportunities - Representation in legislative forums and stakeholder meetings - Consultation and facilitation of dialogue with Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) officials - Development and maintenance of public-private partnerships - Projects Supported: - Bus Rapid Transit initiatives - Ferry service enhancements - Downtown Transit Center - Unique Requirements: - Compliance with federal regulations - Commitment to nondiscrimination and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation (no specific DBE goal set) - As-needed support; period of performance not specified - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation. - Place of Performance: - Orleans, Jefferson, and St. Bernard Parishes - New Orleans Metropolitan Area - Regional Transit Authority, 2817 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119

Description

The Regional Transit Authority (RTA) is seeking a vendor to provide State Legislative Services to support its core mission in Orleans, Jefferson, and St. Bernard Parishes. The services include government relations and legislative support at the state level, assisting RTA in navigating legislative and political conditions, securing funding for regional transportation initiatives such as Bus Rapid Transit projects, ferry services, and infrastructure legislation. The consultant will engage with Louisiana Legislature members, coordinate communication with legislative delegations, monitor legislative developments, and represent RTA's interests in legislative forums. The contract aims to strengthen regional mobility, enhance funding opportunities, and support key transportation projects.

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