Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #654321-26-0126

Orleans Parish School Board Solicits Professional Lobbyist Services

The Orleans Parish School Board (NOLA Public Schools) is seeking proposals for professional lobbyist services to represent its interests at the state and city levels. - Government Buyer: - Orleans Parish School Board (NOLA Public Schools), Procurement Department - Contact: Paul A. Lucius, Executive Director of Procurement - Services Requested: - Professional lobbyist services, including: - Advocacy before Louisiana state and New Orleans city officials - Legislative monitoring and reporting - Strategic communication and guidance on legislative, regulatory, and policy matters - Representation aligned with the school board's legislative priorities - Contract Details: - Initial term of one year - Two optional one-year renewals (up to three years total) - Annual budget of $95,000 - Notable Requirements: - 35% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation goal - Emphasis on comprehensive, results-driven legislative and intergovernmental affairs support - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are involved, as this is a service procurement.

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Orleans Parish School Board for professional lobbyist services. The scope involves providing lobbying services to the school board. Proposals must be submitted electronically by July 21, 2026, with a virtual pre-proposal meeting scheduled for July 2, 2026. The procurement process includes evaluation criteria, submission requirements, and provisions for disadvantaged business enterprises.

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