02. RFB-IS-26200571 - SOW.pdf

This is a Scope of Work (SOW) document for the State of California related to a consultant position focused on extreme heat response and mitigation strategies. The document outlines requirements for consulting services to support California's efforts in addressing extreme heat challenges, including the development of policies, programs, and implementation strategies. The consultant will be expected to provide expertise in heat-related public health impacts, vulnerable population identification, and coordination with state and local agencies. The contract scope includes research, analysis, stakeholder engagement, and the development of comprehensive reports and recommendations. Response deadlines and specific contract start dates are referenced within the solicitation materials, with the engagement anticipated to address immediate and ongoing extreme heat-related challenges facing the state.

The engagement will be structured as a professional services contract with compensation based on hourly rates or fixed project fees as detailed in the procurement documents. The position may be subject to California's small business set-asides or other applicable procurement preferences. Funding for this consultant position is sourced through California state budget allocations designated for climate resilience and public health emergency preparedness. The contract term includes potential for renewal or extension based on performance and continued funding availability, allowing the state flexibility in maintaining continuity of expertise during the ongoing extreme heat crisis response.