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Bid Title

State Lobbyist Services for the City of Gallup

Issuing Agency

City of Gallup

Location

New Mexico

Published Date

Jul 29, 2026

Closing Date

Aug 20, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Project ID:

Title: State Lobbyist Services for the City of Gallup

Addenda: 0

Release Date: 7/24/2026

Due Date: 8/20/2026

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State Lobbyist Services for the City of Gallup

Request For Proposal

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Project ID: RFP No. 2026/2027/02

Release Date: Friday, July 24, 2026

· Due Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026 2:00pm

Posted Monday, July 27, 2026 5:26pm

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Draft Response No Bid21 days, 18 hours, 17 minutes

Post Information

Posted At:Mon, Jul 27, 2026 5:26 PM
Sealed Bid Process:Yes (Bids Sealed / Pricing Sealed)
Private Bid:No

Overview

Summary

The City of Gallup, New Mexico is requesting competitive sealed proposals from qualified and experienced firms or individuals to provide professional state legislative lobbying, government relations, and advocacy services.

The selected Offeror will serve as the City's primary representative before the New Mexico Legislature, Executive Branch, and state agencies, advocating for the City's legislative priorities, pursuing state funding opportunities, including Capital Outlay appropriations, monitoring and influencing legislation that may affect municipal operations, and fostering productive relationships with state officials and policymakers. The City's objective is to secure experienced representation that will effectively advance its strategic initiatives, protect its interests, strengthen state partnerships, and obtain funding and legislative support for projects and programs that benefit the Gallup community.

Background

As the "Heart of Indian Country" and the seat of McKinley County, the City of Gallup serves as a vital regional center for commerce, healthcare, education, and culture, supporting a diverse tri-cultural community and a significant transient population. The City's unique geographic location and the complex infrastructure, economic, and public safety challenges it faces require strong, strategic, and consistent representation before the New Mexico Legislature and state agencies.

The City is seeking a legislative partner that will actively advocate for its priorities, including, but not limited to:

• Municipal Workforce Capacity & Regulatory Relief: Pursuing legislative and regulatory solutions that address challenges faced by smaller municipalities, including statutory requirements related to maintaining a local Chief Building Official (CCB/CBO) and other workforce capacity issues.
• Public Safety & Legislative Reform: Advocating for legislative initiatives, policy changes, and targeted funding to address the impacts of crime, behavioral health needs, homelessness, and the unique public safety challenges associated with serving a large regional and transient population.
• Core Infrastructure & Capital Outlay: Securing state funding for critical infrastructure projects, including municipal facilities, water and wastewater systems, transportation improvements, utility infrastructure, and other capital projects essential to the City's long-term growth and sustainability.

Timeline

Release Project Date:

July 24, 2026

Question Submission Deadline:

August 10, 2026, 2:00pm

Question Response Deadline:

August 14, 2026, 5:00pm

Proposal Submission Deadline:

August 20, 2026, 2:00pm

Contractor Selection Date:

Approximately 2 weeks after Council Approval

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
• NAICS 541990All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

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