Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority

Buyer seeks professional government relations services at the federal level with a focus on securing capital and programmatic funding to enhance and maintain transportation infrastructure. The scope includes congressional/legislative strategy, executive branch advocacy, long-term grant planning, and general legislative monitoring. Buyer manages bridges and roadways throughout Rhode Island and requires representation to advance funding initiatives with federal agencies and Congress.

• 4/24/2025 - Proposal Due Date

• Develop congressional and legislative strategy for funding
• Recommend federal funding options for grants and appropriations
• Engage House and Senate Appropriations Committees
• Organize informational meetings in Washington and Rhode Island
• Advocate with Department of Transportation and White House staff
• Communicate with senior political appointees
• Facilitate flow of federal dollars
• Arrange contacts with federal departmental officials
• Develop long-term grant planning program
• Monitor legislative activities related to infrastructure and transportation
• Provide periodic reports on funding efforts
• Coordinate unified messaging at the federal level
• Identify grant opportunities through federal agencies
• Structure annual grant application system
• Meet with Executive Director to determine priorities
• Educate officials on safety, economic development and tourism benefits
• Advance RITBA's federal infrastructure agenda
• Work with agency staff on federal funding flow
• Monitor appropriations and grant debates
• Serve as Washington coordinator for RITBA