REQUEST for
PROPOSALS
HAZARD MITIGATION PLANNING
CONSULTANT
The Region 8 Planning and Development Council is in the process of updating its Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The Council is requesting proposals from qualified consultants to assist with updating its plan. The plan covers Grant, Hampshire, Hardy, Mineral and Pendleton counties in the eastern panhandle of West Virginia. Consulting services required include any or all services necessary to a complete the plan per FEMA’s Local Mitigation Planning Policy Guide. The Council will help with the stakeholder involvement process and be engaged in all phases of work.
Procurement of these services shall be in conformity with the applicable laws and regulations related to 2 CFR 200. Contract is awarded on a lump sum basis.
All consultants interested in being considered for this project should submit a brief proposal detailing qualifications, technical expertise, staffing capabilities, related prior experience and cost. Most importantly, the consultant should submit an outline of a work plan that will result in a complete Hazard Mitigation Plan that meets FEMA’s Local Mitigation Planning Policy Guide.
The goal of the competitive procurement process is to objectively select the firm who will provide the highest quality of service at a realistic fee. Accordingly, the proposed work plan, technical qualifications and related prior experience will be weighed heavily. Selected respondents may be interviewed.
Proposals should be submitted to Terry Lively at [email protected] by the close of business on May 16, 2023. Questions regarding this request for proposals may be directed to Terry Lively at 304-668-2823.
The Council will afford full opportunity for minority and women-owned business enterprises to submit a show of interest in response to the invitation and will not discriminate against any firm or individual on the grounds of race, creed, color, sex, age, handicap status or national origin in the contract award. 4-27-2c