Project Information

Bid Title

Lobbyist Services

Issuing Agency

Volusia County School Board Purchasing

Location

Florida

Published Date

Aug 19, 2025

Closing Date

Sep 24, 2025

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

RFP-2025-9049-EK

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Project Description

Main

Agency
Volusia County School Board Purchasing

Status
Active

Fiscal Year
2026

Primary Contact
Enid Kunce

Title
Lobbyist Services

Secondary Contact
Kristine Kessler

Number
RFP-2025-9049-EK

Tertiary Contact
Gilbert Evans

Type
Request for Proposal

Department
Legal

Online Submissions
Yes

Project Estimate

Piggyback Solicitation
No

Insurance Required
No

Bid Bond Required
No

Bid Bond Amount

Performance Bond Required
No

Performance Bond Amount

Construction Bond Required
No

Construction Bond Amount

Scope of Services
PROJECT OVERVIEW

The District requires comprehensive lobbyist services to effectively represent the district`s interests before the Florida Legislature, state agencies, and other governmental bodies. These services will support the advancement of educational priorities, protection of funding sources, and advocacy for policies that benefit students, educators, and the broader educational community within Volusia County.
STATEMENT OF NEED

The District recognizes the critical importance of maintaining a strong presence in the Florida capital and ensuring that the district`s voice is heard on matters affecting public education. The complexity of state-level policy development, budget appropriations, and regulatory processes requires specialized expertise and established relationships within the governmental landscape. Professional lobbyist services will provide the necessary advocacy support to protect and advance the interests of the District and its stakeholders.
SCOPE OF SERVICES

Legislative Advocacy and Representation

The selected lobbyist shall provide comprehensive representation before the Florida Legislature during both regular and special sessions, including:

• Monitoring and tracking all legislation that may impact public education funding, governance, operations, or policy

• Providing detailed analysis of proposed bills and their potential effects on the District

• Advocating for positions established by the District on specific legislative matters

• Testifying before legislative committees when requested and appropriate

• Coordinating with other educational stakeholders to build coalitions supporting favorable legislation

• Opposing legislation that would negatively impact the District or public education generally
Executive Branch Engagement

The lobbyist shall maintain active engagement with executive branch agencies and officials, including:

• Regular communication with the Florida Department of Education regarding regulatory matters

• Advocacy before state agencies on issues affecting district operations and compliance

• Participation in stakeholder meetings and public hearings on behalf of the District

• Monitoring executive branch policy initiatives and rule-making processes

• Facilitating communication between district leadership and state agency officials
Budget and Appropriations Advocacy

Specialized focus shall be provided on state budget and appropriations matters, including:

• Advocacy for adequate per-pupil funding formulas and categorical funding programs

• Support for capital outlay and infrastructure funding initiatives

• Monitoring of budget development processes throughout the fiscal year

• Analysis of proposed budget amendments and their impact on the District

• Coordination with legislative leadership on budget-related priorities
Strategic Communications and Intelligence

The lobbyist shall provide ongoing strategic communications and intelligence services, including:

• Regular briefings to District leadership on legislative and political developments

• Preparation of detailed reports on legislative session activities and outcomes

• Analysis of political landscapes and their implications for educational policy

• Coordination of messaging strategies with district communications efforts

• Facilitation of meetings between district officials and key policymakers
Coalition Building and Stakeholder Engagement

The selected lobbyist shall engage in coalition building activities, including:

• Participation in statewide education advocacy organizations and coalitions

• Coordination with other school districts on shared priorities and concerns

• Engagement with parent groups, teacher organizations, and community stakeholders

• Building relationships with business and civic leaders who support public education

• Facilitating partnerships that advance the interests of the District

Dates(All times are listed as EST )

Broadcast Date
8/19/2025 7:00 PM EST

Question End Date
8/28/2025 6:00 PM EST

Due Date
9/24/2025 2:00 PM EST

Bid Opening Date

Pre-Bid Meetings

Total: 1 (All times are listed as EST )

Date	Time	Mandatory	Location
8/25/2025	2:00 PM	No	Join meeting by phone 878-787-7709, Conference ID: 925 201 579# or by Microsoft Teams.

Shortlist Meeting

Location
District Administration Complex (DAC)
200 N. Clara Ave.
DeLand, FL 32720

Notification
1 Day(s)
Meeting Date
10/9/2025 3:00 PM EST

Online Meeting Link

https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YTk3NjkxZmMtMWY3YS00ZTc1LTg5OGQtMWZkMTZmMjBkODQx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2293e9784b-3507-40ff-bc01-59ea8a1a7b71%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22cf5db77e-4a39-4b66-8bd3-d47b37d0dc2a%22%7d

Documents

Total: 4

Type	Name	Description	File Type
Request for Proposal	RFP-2025-9049-EK Lobbyist Services.pdf	RFP-2025-9049-EK Lobbyist Services	PDF
Request for Proposal	Attachment Q Price Schedule.xlsx	Attachment Q Price Schedule	Excel
Request for Proposal	Attachment R Sample Contracted Services Agreement.pdf	Attachment R - Sample Contracted Services Agreement	PDF
Request for Proposal	Attachment S Lobbyist Services Questionnaire.xlsx	Attachment S Lobbyist Services Questionnaire	Excel

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Shipping
None

Terms and Conditions
See attached Terms and Conditions

Include Shipping in Price of Items
No

Display Bid Tabulation to Vendors
No

Display Vendor Submissions to Vendors
No

View Vendor Submissions while Bid Solicitation is Active
No

Allow Options File to be Updated after Due Date
No

Allow Post Due Date Submission
No

Questions & Answers

Total: 0

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Commodity Codes

Total: 1

Code	Description
[961-51]	Lobby Services

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Total: 0

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