Appendix A - General Response Workbook.xlsx

This is a General Response Workbook template issued by the University System of New Hampshire (USNH) for a Request for Proposals (RFP) related to the Hampton Climate Courage Collective, a trauma-responsive support group initiative for climate-vulnerable residents in Hampton, New Hampshire. The solicitation seeks qualifications from consulting firms capable of delivering services aligned with the Flood Ready Neighborhoods Program. The workbook requires firms to provide comprehensive business information, including company background, organizational structure, contact details, and evidence of relevant experience. Respondents must demonstrate service capabilities through prior experience, training, certifications, resources, and quality management systems, with preference given to firms with higher education clientele. The RFP mandates submission of three client references with detailed scope summaries and relationship timelines, along with documentation of any subcontractors to be utilized, subject to approval by the contracting entity.

The financial section confirms that proposed pricing will be held firm for the contract term and requires acceptance of the University's standard Net 30 payment terms. Respondents must provide credit ratings from recognized rating agencies and demonstrate ability to furnish audited financial statements for the preceding three fiscal years upon request. The template requires disclosure of all current and prior contracts with USNH within the previous five-year period, confirmation of good standing with the State of New Hampshire, and registration compliance with the New Hampshire Secretary of State. Additionally, firms must disclose any personal relationships between company ownership, representatives, or employees and USNH staff, and commit to designated project management structures with identified personnel, geographic coverage, executive contacts, and corporate guarantees to ensure effective contract execution.