Department
External Affairs
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to renew existing contracts - Department of External Affairs, 24RFP1323200A-BKJ, Federal Intergovernmental and Interagency Affairs Services in an amount not to exceed $132,000.00 with McGuireWoods Consulting, LLC to provide federal intergovernmental affairs services. This action exercises the first of two renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective dates: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-394(6), the Purchasing Department shall present all renewal requests to the Board of Commissioners at least 90 days prior to the contract renewal date or 60 days if the contract term is six (6) months or less.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Open and Responsible Government
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
District 1 ☐
District 2 ☐
District 3 ☐
District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background: This contract will provide federal intergovernmental affairs services.
Scope of Work: Assist the Countyon a broad range of issues involving Federal policy engagement with Federal officials, and engagement with elected and appointed officials.
Community Impact: Advocate and secure for federal funding and the County’s federal policy agenda to positively impact County residents.
Department Recommendation: Recommend approval.
Project Implications: Team has improved County’s engagement with the Congressional delegation and federal agencies.
Community Issues/Concerns: Contract addresses broad federal policy goals passed by the Board of Commissioners.
Department Issues/Concerns: Addresses Board of Commissioners and departmental needs for lobbying and intergovernmental affairs support.
Contract Modification
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Current Contract History |
BOC Item |
Date |
Dollar Amount |
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Original Award Amount |
24-0837 |
12/4/2024 |
$132,000.00 |
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1st Renewal |
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$132,000.00 |
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Total Revised Amount |
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$264,000.00 |
Contract & Compliance Information
Contract Value: $132,000.00
Prime Vendor: McGuireWoods Consulting LLC
Prime Status: Non-Minority
Location: Atlanta, GA
County: Fulton County
Prime Value: $132,200.00 or 100.00%
Total Contract Value: $132,200.00 or 100.00%
Total Certified Value: $0.00 or 0.00%
Exhibits Attached
Exhibit 1: Contract Renewal Agreement
Exhibit 2: Contract Renewal Evaluation Form
Exhibit 3: Performance Evaluation
Contact Information (Type Name, Title, Agency and Phone)
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Jessica Corbitt, Director, External Affairs, (404) 612-8303
Contract Attached
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No
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
$132,000.00 |
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Previous Adjustments: |
$0.00 |
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This Request: |
$132,000.00 |
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TOTAL: |
$264,000.00 |
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
100-130-1305-1160: General Fund, External Affairs, Professional Services
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date: 1/1/2026 |
End Date: 12/31/2026 |
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Cost Adjustment: 0.00 |
Renewal/Extension Terms: One renewal option remains |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating: 100
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes
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Report Period Start: |
Report Period End: |
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7/1/2025 |
9/30/2025 |