OT-PS-26-001 - Federal Advocacy Services

Description: The Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit District (SMART) seeks proposals from qualified legislative advocacy firms to represent its federal legislative policy interests in Washington, DC. The scope includes developing federal strategies and advocating with relevant federal agencies and interest groups on passenger and inter-city rail, non-motorized interests, and freight rail. This professional-services RFP—not a grant—provides for a three-year base term with two one-year extension options, an anticipated January 1, 2027 start date, and proposals due September 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific.