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Lobbying Disclosure: KPMG LLP seeking government advisory contracts

Original title: PETER NEWELL for KPMG LLP @ MAYORS OFFICE (2018-01-01)

January 1, 2018

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The Frame

What this does

This disclosure identifies that KPMG LLP is actively seeking to secure government contracts for advisory services with the Chicago Department of Transportation during the first quarter of 2018.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

KPMG LLP

The firm is seeking to obtain government contracts for advisory services.

Chicago Department of Transportation

The department is the target of outreach regarding potential procurement of advisory services.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2018.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Lobbyist Peter Newell registered to represent KPMG LLP in discussions with the Chicago Department of Transportation. The stated purpose of this activity is to offer advisory services for potential new business opportunities.

Key Facts

  • Lobbyist Peter Newell represented KPMG LLP regarding the Chicago Department of Transportation.
  • The lobbying activity occurred between January 1, 2018, and March 31, 2018.
  • The stated objective was to seek new business by offering KPMG advisory services to the government.

Why It Matters

This disclosure identifies that KPMG LLP is actively seeking to secure government contracts for advisory services with the Chicago Department of Transportation during the first quarter of 2018.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this lobbying registration?
The registration indicates that KPMG LLP is attempting to secure advisory service contracts with the Chicago Department of Transportation.
Who is the lobbyist for this account?
Peter Newell is the registered lobbyist for KPMG LLP in this matter.

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Lobbying Activity

PETER NEWELL

on behalf of KPMG LLP

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PETER NEWELL

on behalf of KPMG LLP

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Discoveries

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policy shift80% confidence

Professional Services Outreach

The document highlights a specific effort by a major accounting firm to expand its advisory footprint within municipal transportation infrastructure.

Connected Entities

organizationKPMG LLPThe client seeking advisory service contracts.Map →
organizationChicago Department of TransportationThe government department being lobbied.Map →
personPeter NewellRegistered lobbyist representing KPMG LLP.Map →
locationChicago, ILJurisdiction of the lobbying activity.Map →

Sources

Open source document

data.cityofchicago.org

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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