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Case File 26-0521

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The award of Solicitation 2026-0203R Federal Lobbying Services to Forward Global US, Inc. for an initial term of one (1) year for an estimated amount of $200,000.00. The award also includes a one (1) year option for an estimated amount of $200,000.00. The total contract time is for two (2) years for a total estimated amount of $400,000.00. Department: Strategic & Legislative Affairs Award to: Forward Global US, Inc. City & State: Washington DC Item(s): All Initial Term: 1 Year Option Term: 1 Year Total Contract Time: 2 Years Annual Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Total Estimated Award: $400,000.00 Account(s): 105 - 1000 - 11505 - 570000 564 - 3300 - 64830 - 521160 480 - 1000 - 48020 - 522150 - P4801 562 - 3000 - 62070 - 522150 - P6201 Funding Source(s): SLA - Interfund Transfers (Uses) International Bridges - Management Consulting Services Economic and International Development - Outside Contracts El Paso International Airport - Outside Contracts District(s): All This was a Request for Qualifications Procurement for a new contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Strategic & Legislative Affairs departments recommend award as indicated to Forward Global US, Inc. the highest ranked offeror based on the evaluation factors established in the evaluation criteria for this procurement. It is requested that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of this award. In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed. Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager or designee be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award.

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The city is awarding a contract to Forward Global US, Inc. to provide federal lobbying services on behalf of the municipality. This two-year contract, valued at $200,000 annually, enables the city to have dedicated representation advocating for municipal priorities and policy interests at the federal level. The contract includes an initial one-year term with an option to renew for an additional year.
2 eventsFirst seen Apr 28, 2026Last activity Apr 28, 2026File #: 26-0521
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A motion was made by Representative Limón, seconded by Representative Fierro, to Awarded the item. The motion carried by the following vote:

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Carried: 7 to 1

The award of Solicitation 2026-0203R Federal Lobbying Services to Forward Global US, Inc. for an initial term of one (1) year for an estimated amount of $200,000.00. The award also includes a one (1) year option for an estimated amount of $200,000.00. The total contract time is for two (2) years for a total estimated amount of $400,000.00. Department: Strategic & Legislative Affairs Award to: Forward Global US, Inc. City & State: Washington DC Item(s): All Initial Term: 1 Year Option Term: 1 Year Total Contract Time: 2 Years Annual Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Initial Term Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Option Term Estimated Award: $200,000.00 Total Estimated Award: $400,000.00 Account(s): 105 - 1000 - 11505 - 570000 564 - 3300 - 64830 - 521160 480 - 1000 - 48020 - 522150 - P4801 562 - 3000 - 62070 - 522150 - P6201 Funding Source(s): SLA - Interfund Transfers (Uses) International Bridges - Management Consulting Services Economic and International Development - Outside Contracts El Paso International Airport - Outside Contracts District(s): All This was a Request for Qualifications Procurement for a new contract. The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing and Strategic & Legislative Affairs departments recommend award as indicated to Forward Global US, Inc. the highest ranked offeror based on the evaluation factors established in the evaluation criteria for this procurement. It is requested that the City Manager be authorized to establish the funding sources and make any necessary budget transfers and execute any and all documents necessary for execution of this award. In accordance with this award, the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed. Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager or designee be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award.

Vote: 7 for, 1 against

award Solicitation 2026-0203R Federal Lobbying Services to Forward Global US, Inc.

Final motion after reconsideration; Fierro changed from NAY to AYE