Specifications include, but are not limited to: I. FEDERAL ADVOCACY SERVICES Services to be performed by COMPANY for the PROJECT shall consist of the work described as set forth and defined herein. COMPANY's activities shall include, but are not be limited to, working closely with HOSPITAL's staff to complete the following tasks: A. Federal Program Development: 1. In partnership with HOSPITAL, develop a strategic plan for pursuing legislative interests before Congress and the Administration. 2. Identify major issues which may potentially affect HOSPITAL and which are expected to be reviewed by Congress and the Administration. 3. Assist in drafting the Federal Program for HOSPITAL. B. Advice and Advocacy on Behalf of HOSPITAL: 1. Review federal executive proposals, proposed and adopted administrative rules, regulations, funding opportunities and other federal developments for impacts on HOSPITAL, and confer with HOSPITAL's staff on any issues that may impact University Medical Center of Southern Nevada. 2. Proactively advise HOSPITAL on issues, which may impact HOSPITAL's policies, programs, or HOSPITAL's long-range success at fulfilling its federal program. 3. Assist to develop draft legislation, amendments, presentations and talking points, in keeping with, or supportive of, HOSPITAL's legislative interests. 4. Communicate HOSPITAL's legislative platform and requests to the appropriate elected representatives, key Committee members, federal agencies, and other persons as appropriate. 5. As requested, assist in preparing testimony before Congressional committees on behalf of HOSPITAL. 6. As requested, coordinate appointments, meetings, or contact between the Board of County Commissioners, and/or HOSPITAL's staff and Congressional representatives or staff. 7. Assist with identifying federal funding sources for HOSPITAL. 8. Routinely inform delegates of the positive accomplishments of HOSPITAL. C. Federal Agency Assistance: 1. Inform HOSPITAL of relevant opportunities for federal assistance, 2. Recommend and perform appropriate liaison and follow-up work with federal agencies on behalf of HOSPITAL. 3. Promote HOSPITAL's programs to agencies which might shape future agency funding priorities. Create partnerships toward improving funding opportunities for HOSPITAL.
