Summary of Specifications:
The Office of the County Manager and the Division of Public Affairs, in conjunction with the Board of County Commissioners of Douglas County Government, hereinafter referred to as the County, respectfully requests proposals from professional, experienced lobbyists (registered, as such, with the Colorado Secretary of State’s Office) interested in working with Douglas County during the 2016 legislative session. In the evaluation of the proposal responses, we will seek proposals from those with the following attributes: solid reputation as a professional who behaves ethically on their client’s behalf; proven results and familiarity with the legislative process; access to and key relationships within the executive branch, regulatory and legislative decision makers and proven ability to leverage such relationships on behalf of Douglas County Government; working knowledge of statutes/regulations governing Colorado Counties; proven experience working with a Board of County Commissioners; and depth within staff to support Douglas County regulatory and legislative affairs from a high-level administrative and legislative coordination level to the strategic level.