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7130125,7:51 AM newspaper-text (6).html <br />Interested firms or individuals should submit three (3) copies of a qualifications package, not exceeding 12 pages, that <br />includes: <br />A. Cover Letter <br />'- -ntroduction to the firm/consultant <br />. Statement of interest and understanding of the scope of services <br />B. Firm/Consultant Qualifi cations <br />. Overview of federal advocacy experience, especially in regional or multi-agency contexts <br />. Description of experience working with Congressional offices and federal agencies <br />. Familiarity with federal grant programs and funding strategies <br />. Summary of recent federal funding or policy wins <br />. Relevant experience supporting programs with members of the Consortium. <br />C. Approach to Scope of Work <br />. Description of approach to delivering the services outlined in the Scope of Services. <br />. Narrative describing how the Consultant will collaborate with the Consortium and its members <br />. Proposed methodologies for monitoring legislation, identifying funding opportunities, and executing advocacy strategies <br />. Communication protocols and timelines for regular updates and coordination <br />'' -dxamples of tools, systems, or frameworks used to track progress, manage stakeholder engagement, and measure impact <br />. Any innovative or value-added services the Consultant proposes to enhance advocacy and funding efforts <br />D. Key Personnel <br />. Bios and resumes of lead individuals assigned to this engagement <br />. Description of roles and responsibilities <br />E. References <br />. At least three (3) references from current or former clients for similar services <br />IV. Evaluation Criteria <br />Members of the Consortium will review all submittals and select the provider for contracting. If interviews are desired by <br />the Consortium, selected interviewees will be notified in advance. <br />Submissions will be evaluated based on: <br />. Relevant experience and demonstrated success in federal advocacy (30 points) <br />. Qualifications of key personnel (25 points) <br />nowledge of federal funding programs and policy landscape (20 points) <br />. Communication and coordination approach (15 points) <br />. Client references and past performance (i0 points) <br />file/ / I CJtJserslcandie.leader/Downloads/newspaper-text (6). htm I 214