# Austin Afo #IFQ 1100 EAL1001

Austin Energy seeks professional lobbyist services for legislative advocacy

**Posted:** September 21, 2026
**Respond By:** September 25, 2026
**Identifier:** IFQ 1100 EAL1001
**NAICS:** 541820

The City of Austin, through Austin Energy, is seeking professional lobbyist services to represent its interests in state and federal legislative and regulatory matters affecting municipally owned electric utilities.
- Government Buyer:
  - City of Austin, Austin Energy
- Services Requested:
  - Professional legislative advocacy, navigation, communication, policy analysis, reporting, and compliance
  - Representation for Austin Energy on state and federal issues
- Key Requirements:
  - Minimum 20 years of legislative experience
  - Minimum 10 years of lobbying experience
  - Demonstrated Texas electric utility experience
  - Compliance with City and State certifications, wage theft training, and Texas government codes
- Contract Structure:
  - Monthly retainer rate not to exceed $14,000
  - Total contract value not to exceed $78,000
  - Initial term of six months, with up to three one-month extensions
- No specific OEMs or product vendors are mentioned, as this is a service-based solicitation

### Description

The City of Austin is seeking a qualified firm to provide professional legislative services on behalf of its municipally-owned electric utility, Austin Energy. The services involve professional lobbyist activities to represent the City's interests. The solicitation is an Invitation for Quote (IFQ) with a focus on lobby services. The contract includes a monthly retainer rate with a maximum monthly rate of $14,000, inclusive of all fees.

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