AGENDA CAPTION:
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Consider approval of Resolution 2025-15R, approving a change in service to the contract with the Normandy Group, LLC providing for Federal Governmental Relations Consulting Services to extend the contract term for two years in the estimated amount of $150,000.00 annually; authorizing the City Manager, or her designee, to execute the documents necessary to implement the change in service on behalf of the city; and declaring an effective date.
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Meeting date: February 4, 2025
Department: Communications and Intergovernmental Affairs - Lauren Surley, Director
Amount & Source of Funding
Funds Required: $150,000
Account Number: 10001280.54205, 22006335.54205, 21006322.54205
Funds Available: $150,000
Account Name: Federal and State Representation
Fiscal Note:
Prior Council Action: Resolution 2018-178R approved initial agreement with The Normandy Group, LLC, Resolution 2020-181R approved a contract extension for two (2) years. Resolution 2022-215R approved a contract extension for two (2) years.
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Background Information:
This request is to amend the agreement 218-354R and to approve a two (2) year extension from September 30, 2024, through October 1, 2026, with The Normandy Group, LLC., for Federal Government Relations Services that includes added scope of services and deliverables in the amount of $150,000 annually for a total of $300,000.
This contract is for extending the City of San Marcos’ agreement with The Normandy Group, LLC for federal governmental relations consulting services. The purpose of this contract is to provide consulting services related to federal governmental relations, supporting the City's efforts in securing federal funding, advocating for legislative priorities, and navigating federal regulatory matters.
The contract benefits the City of San Marcos and the community by ensuring dedicated federal governmental relations support, which helps the City secure federal funding opportunities, advocate for legislative priorities, and navigate federal regulations that impact local initiatives. This continued advocacy enhances the City's ability to bring federal investments to San Marcos, ultimately benefiting residents through improved public services, infrastructure, and economic growth.
The Normandy Group, LLC was selected as the most qualified firm in response to a 2018 Request for Qualifications.
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Alternatives:
Allow a lapse in service coverage to develop an issue a new Request for Qualifications solicitation mid-summer 2025 to have a contract in place in fall/winter 2025.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the change in service to contract 218-354.