Legislative Staffing Study

The Oregon Legislative Assembly is seeking professional services to evaluate and improve staffing models for its legislators, as mandated by House Bill 5016 (2025). The contract aims to produce comprehensive assessments of current staffing resources, workloads, and expertise, alongside a comparative analysis of staffing structures in other states. The work involves data collection through surveys, interviews, and document reviews, culminating in detailed reports due by December 31, 2025. The project is structured into two main tasks: an internal review of Oregon’s staffing and a benchmarking study of other state legislatures. Proposals are due by September 2, 2025, with a maximum funding cap of $150,000, and should include a project approach, team qualifications, and references. The work can primarily be performed remotely, with only one in-person meeting in Salem, Oregon, for testimony or meetings. The procurement process is classified as an intermediate procurement under Oregon statutes, not a competitive federal process, and follows Oregon Revised Statutes 279B.070. The contract will be governed by a model contract provided by the Legislative Policy and Research Office (LPRO), though specific clauses and terms are not included in the available documents. Evaluation of proposals will prioritize clarity, experience, approach, and cost, with no explicit weighting or scoring system detailed. The selection may involve negotiations, and vendors can bid on one or both tasks. Supporting materials such as work samples, resumes, and references are required but are not formal attachments; proposals must adhere to a 10-page limit, excluding resumes and samples. The contract administration is managed by Oliver Droppers at LPRO, with no specific payment or invoicing procedures detailed. Overall, the project emphasizes evidence-based analysis, collaboration, and timely delivery to inform future staffing policies for Oregon’s legislative bodies.